I Can See Through Everything-Chapter 411

"Master, although the white-robed man has been slain by me, he had a companion far stronger than him. We don’t know when he’ll return, so we must remain vigilant."

Although Lu Qing's heart was filled with killing intent, he forcibly suppressed it.

"Indeed, this white-robed man should be one of the two mysterious powerhouses who recently appeared in Zhongzhou.

Aside from the white-robed man, there was also a man clad in a peculiar gray robe.

According to our intelligence from Tianji Tower, the white-robed man referred to the gray-robed man as his senior brother and treated him with considerable respect," Lin Zhirui added.

Everyone immediately understood.

In the cultivation world, strength was paramount.

If the gray-robed man was the senior brother and earned the white-robed man's reverence, it was evident that the gray-robed man's cultivation must be even more terrifying.

Recalling the aura displayed by the white-robed man, which was already fearsome enough, they could not fathom the strength of the gray-robed man.

For a moment, everyone's hearts grew heavy as they looked toward Lu Qing.

Lu Qing contemplated briefly. "Master, no matter what, for now, all we can do is respond as events unfold.

In the battle earlier, I had some insights. I must retreat into seclusion for some time.

In the meantime, I’ll need you to maintain the village’s protective formation."

Doctor Chen did not hesitate and immediately said, "Very well, Ah Qing, do as you see fit."

"Exactly, Lu Xiaolangjun, your cultivation is paramount!"

Hearing this, the others also perked up. If Lu Qing could achieve another breakthrough, resisting the gray-robed man might not be impossible.

Lu Qing nodded. Just as he was about to leave, he suddenly thought of something. Reaching into the Li Huo Cauldron, he retrieved a set of scaled armor.

"Ah, there’s also this treasure armor. Master, please refine it first. It should make controlling the formation much easier."

This treasure armor had been worn by the white-robed man. It was a defensive upper-grade magical artifact.

Even when Lu Qing used his divine abilities, the armor had been able to withstand his blade, showcasing its formidable defensive power.

The material was also extraordinary, with self-repairing capabilities. The cracks left by Lu Qing's saber had already disappeared after a short while.

Considering that Doctor Chen lacked defensive artifacts, Lu Qing decided to gift it to him.

For Lu Qing, who already possessed several spiritual artifacts, an upper-grade magical artifact was not essential.

In contrast, if Doctor Chen refined this treasure armor, his strength would undoubtedly rise to a new level.

"This treasure armor..."

Doctor Chen, upon receiving the scaled armor, was momentarily stunned by the power emanating from it.

Before he could say anything, Lu Qing had already taken to the air, heading home. Soon, he disappeared into his room.

Sitting cross-legged on the bed once more, Lu Qing began reflecting on the gains and losses of the recent battle.

The confrontation with the white-robed man had appeared dangerous but had not caused him any substantial harm.

After all, Lu Qing had numerous trump cards and had been fully prepared, unlike his opponent.

Even though the white-robed man's cultivation level was several tiers higher, Lu Qing had successfully exploited a moment of carelessness and killed him on the spot.

In truth, the white-robed man had died unjustly.

As a Golden Core Realm cultivator, he had yet to use many of his techniques before Lu Qing seized the opportunity to strike him down.

But such was the life-and-death nature of battles between cultivators. One misstep could lead to disaster, undoing thousands of years of cultivation in an instant.

This served as a warning for Lu Qing: no matter how strong he became, he must never underestimate his opponents, lest he meet his end in an unexpected way.

After a moment of self-reflection, Lu Qing calmed his thoughts and entered a state of cultivation.

Although the white-robed man's arrival had interrupted his training, the trial of combat had sharpened his soul and body, significantly accelerating his refinement process.

Indeed, actual combat and pressure were sometimes the best tempering stones.

Thus, Lu Qing remained in secluded cultivation, not knowing when the mysterious gray-robed man might appear.

To make every second count, he immersed himself entirely in his training, not even sparing time to inspect the white-robed man’s corpse.

Two days later, Lu Qing opened his eyes, and a divine radiance flickered within them.

A profound, perfect, and indescribable aura emanated from his body.

"At last, I’ve refined my body, soul, and all essence to perfection."

Lu Qing assessed his current state. His physical body and soul were perfectly harmonized, free of any conflict.

The spiritual energy in his Dantian and Qi Sea had been refined to its utmost purity, surpassing even the refinement capabilities of the Five Elements Gourd.

Every ounce of his vitality had been honed to its peak.

Inside and out, his entire being was flawless.

In that instant, Lu Qing had a sudden realization.

At this point, he had cultivated the Foundation Establishment Realm to its absolute peak, leaving no room for further progress.

To become stronger, there was only one path left: to shatter his current limits and ascend to the next realm.

The Golden Core Realm.

Having made up his mind, Lu Qing wasted no time. After deactivating the formations around his home, he soared into the sky, heading deep into the Hundred Thousand Mountains.

"Master, I am about to undergo my tribulation and ascend. The village will depend on you for the time being."

Doctor Chen, meditating in the courtyard halfway up the mountain, was initially stunned upon receiving the message. Then, his expression lit up with joy.

Undergoing the tribulation for breakthrough!

Was Ah Qing about to step into the Golden Core Realm?

By now, Doctor Chen had learned much about the path of cultivation. He understood that for him and Lu Qing, the only breakthrough that required a tribulation was the Golden Core Realm.

The legendary realm where one could generate true magical power, achieving flight and other extraordinary feats without relying on magical artifacts!

Yet, amidst his joy, worry crept into Doctor Chen’s heart.

The Golden Core Realm was indeed powerful, but the associated tribulation was equally dangerous.

According to the records Lu Qing had shared, the more profound the foundation at the Foundation Establishment stage, the more terrifying the Golden Core tribulation would be.

Given Lu Qing’s extraordinary foundation, his tribulation was bound to be far more severe than usual.

But at this point, Doctor Chen knew he could offer no assistance.

All he could do was pray for Lu Qing’s success, believing in his disciple's ability to overcome this hurdle.

Suppressing his emotions, Doctor Chen resumed his cultivation.

The recent intrusion of the white-robed man had shaken him deeply.

Facing such a powerful foe, Lu Qing had been forced to fight alone, while Doctor Chen was powerless to help.

This made him feel like an utterly inadequate master.

He resolved never to let such a situation happen again.

Meanwhile, Lu Qing flew deeper into the Hundred Thousand Mountains, searching for a suitable place to face his tribulation.

After careful selection, he fixed his gaze on a massive peak.

"This will do."

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