My Simulated Road to Immortality

Chapter 774: Chapter 737: Divine Technique: Cutting Off His Life

“So, this is why he became an idiot?”

Nangong Shirong looked at Guan Changge, who had reappeared but was ceaselessly giggling like a stupefied child, and asked with an odd expression.

“That’s right.” Mr. Bai nodded, “A vast majority of his divine sense are immersed in the comprehension of the sword path, unwilling to return. I’m powerless to do anything about it…”

“Cough cough…” Mr. Bai involuntarily coughed.

Having a part of his body devoured by the Measureless Barrier, he could distinctly feel himself growing weaker. It was as if a part of his essence and spirit had been drawn out, causing an overall sense of ‘deficiency’.

“It seems somewhat similar to my [Silk Drawing] divine technique, but Silk Drawing leans more towards the process of bodily decay. This, however, seems more like a part of the body being whittled away…”

Mr. Bai was momentarily distracted as he understood another divine technique.

Assuming he had sustained heavy injuries within the Measureless Barrier, Nangong Shirong reminded him, “It’s alright, you’ve done your best. If Guan isn’t willing to come out, there is nothing we can do.”

“Besides, having his intact body here is enough to report back to Elder Guan. You should go and rest, leave the following matters to me. I’m interested in seeing if Guan Xingxiu will still be able to show love and care towards this foolish child.” After instructing Mr. Bai to rest, Nangong Shirong let out an icy chuckle.

While Mr. Bai obeyed the order and departed, his mind remained immersed in the comprehension of the divine technique.

The people around merely assumed it was due to his injuries and paid it no mind.

Upon returning to Tianliang City, ten days flew by in the blink of an eye.

“Good. This new divine technique that I’ve comprehended, juxtaposed to [Silk Drawing], can be named…”

“[Life Severing].”

Mr. Bai came to a realization, his eyes shining with brilliance. He looked towards a bird that was flying overhead.

Without any warning, the bird that Mr. Bai had his eyes locked on, seemed to lose control and suddenly fell from the sky.

It regained its balance after flapping its wings several times halfway down.

However, compared to before, its flying speed seemed to have slowed down considerably.

Mr. Bai withdrew his gaze in satisfaction.

“Invisibly severing the fate of living beings. Compared to Silk Drawing, casting the spell is more covert and can be performed instantly, making it hard for others to detect. They would just sense that their bodies have weakened for no reason.”

“It can also be used in conjunction with [Silk Drawing], causing internal and external damage. This could lead someone to the brink of death in an instant.”

“The combination of both techniques can be named [Life-Severing Silk Threads].”

…

Mr. Bai let out a slow breath and slowly rose to his feet.

With the innate mindset that one with capable weapons harbors intention to kill, Mr. Bai’s advancement in divine techniques stimulated him to test it out on someone.

However, the thought dissipated before he put it to action.

Mr. Bai concentrated his gaze, noticing something unusual.

One should know that this clone had not cultivated the Xuanhuang Immortal Heart Mantra. If the thought had originated from his true self, it would have taken a while to dissipate it.

But right now…

Mr. Bai thought about the scene he witnessed in the Measureless Barrier not long ago, where Guan Changge chose death to gain comprehension. He unexpectedly felt a sense of pity and admiration rising within him.

Such sentiments were impossible to arise in his true self.

Given Li Fan’s mentality, he would only consider Guan Changge as seeking his death wish, acting recklessly.

“Is this due to the influence of this body?”

Mr. Bai narrowed his eyes.

“Enjoying the exceptional advantages granted by the top-tier comprehension level and bearing with the changes in nature at the same time, huh?”

“Xu Ke, Mr. Bai…”

…

As his true body possessed the Xuanhuang Immortal Heart Mantra, his clone didn’t pay much attention to this matter.

Upon leaving this rest house and learning about the aftermath of Guan Changge’s disappearance, Mr. Bai noticed something unusual.

As Nangong Shirong had successfully brought the person in front of him, Guan Xingxiu found it difficult to cause trouble on that pretext.

Guan Xingxiu’s subsequent actions, however, surprised the people of Tianliang State, who had originally been set to watch a good show.

In front of Nangong Shirong and a group of cultivators, Guan Xingxiu summoned his [Falling Star Sword] and directly executed the babbling Guan Changge who was drooling.

“Such an ugly state truly stains your mother’s reputation. It’s better for you to die sooner. I’ll find you again in eighteen years.” Guan Xingxiu coldly stated before waving his sword.

Golden sword energy swept in all directions, leaving no trace of Guan Changge. He was annihilated on the spot.

The people of Tianliang State were shocked by Guan Xingxiu’s decisive action.

Nangong Shirong’s face stiffened as he tried to console him.

Guan Xingxiu, however, completely disregarded him and directly disappeared into thin air.

Although Nangong Shirong looked taken aback, he finally managed to send the trouble away and let out a sigh of relief.

Subsequently, something that puzzled Mr. Bai happened.

No matter how you looked at it, he should have been revered as a great hero who had resolved the matter. However, Nangong Shirong seemed to have completely forgotten about him throughout the last ten days. Not to mention any rewards, he hadn’t even expressed any condolences.

On the contrary, Yan Yiqiu and his group, who had merely followed him and repeatedly annoyed Nangong Shirong, received some rewards.

Mr. Bai analyzed every detail of his actions in this matter, trying to figure out what went wrong.

After a long struggle, he finally understood something.

There wasn’t any oversight. From beginning to end, he had performed perfectly.

But that was precisely the problem.

Knowing full well the innate danger of the Measureless Barrier, which could devour cultivators at any moment, he still plunged into it without hesitation, being the first to probe it.

In just an instance, he found a method to access the Measureless Barrier. Moreover, he managed to bring back Guan Changge.

…

It was too perfect.

If he, who had done all of this, was a cultivator that Nangong Shirong nurtured from scratch and knew thoroughly, Nangong Shirong would undoubtedly be delighted.

But, let’s not forget that Mr. Bai is a stranger who had switched sides halfway.

Nangong Shirong wouldn’t simply believe that someone could be completely persuaded just by his words.

Therefore, the more Mr. Bai risked his life, the more suspicious Nangong Shirong became.

“Turns out, my cleverness was my downfall.” Mr. Bai silently shook his head.

However, he didn’t mind it.

He just focused on doing his job diligently.

Only occasionally, he would complain to his fellow cultivators about the injustice he had suffered.

These words reached Nangong Shirong’s ears, gradually dispelling his doubts.

Even though he hasn’t completely let his guard down, Mr. Bai simply pretends not to know and continues as usual.

Time flies.

Two years later, fast forwarded to year 22.

Within the Valley of Eternal Life.

The Dissociation Disc in Li Fan’s hand emitted a dazzling white light.

Countless array symbols constantly emerged from the Dissociation Disc, quickly changing.

When the white light gradually faded, Li Fan keenly noticed that his Dissociation Disc had grown larger. @@novelbin@@

“This signifies the emergence of the first loser in the Nine Discs Contest of Supremacy.” Li Fan thought to himself.

Before he could closely examine the enhanced Dissociation Disc, Fang Zaiji’s excited voice suddenly sounded.

“Sect Master, I’ve finally figured out the specific usage of this terminal stone disc!”

The Eye of Vision flew in front of Li Fan, frantically flipping up and down, drawing out golden lines.