Invincible Divine Doctor of the Beautiful Lady

The entire Mystic Spirit Continent is in terrible condition now, completely engulfed in the flames of war.

Tangyu is aware that this is certainly orchestrated by that figure from the Hongchen Palace. Tangyu speculates that the strategy is to plunge the Mystic Spirit Continent into chaos, thereby first weakening its strength. Let the nations fight among themselves, exhausting their power, and when the Continent is at its weakest, rise strongly to rule it all in one swoop.

Undeniably, this is indeed a good plan. Tangyu had considered this method before but didn't act on it. Such a plan, after all, is too bloody and cruel for Tangyu. Who knows how many people would die to make it work? For this reason, Tangyu rejected this method from the very start, but he didn't expect the person from Hongchen Palace would use this plan and indeed drag the Mystic Spirit Continent into the chaos of war.

In such matters, Tangyu can't stop it and can only let it be.

"That guy from the Hongchen Palace adopting this strategy indeed greatly reduces our mission's time. By doing so, he's also aiding me. So, now I'm not in a rush to have An Shitong attack the Fiery Flame Country. For now, it's better to recuperate and improve our own strength. Rejuvenate, make the best use of all the pills, and train our army to become stronger, only then can we be well-prepared for the upcoming big battles." Tangyu is contemplating all the strategies, every step must be taken with caution.

This opponent is surely quite formidable, making Tangyu alert.

The opponent can incite a large-scale war in Mystic Spirit Continent in such a short time. Just this skill of incitement alone makes Tangyu feel a bit inferior. Hence, Tangyu dare not underestimate him.

After giving instructions to An Shitong, Tangyu leaves with Shi Jian. A day later, they arrive at a perilous place.

Shi Jian has some insight, recognizing it at a glance: "Master, this is the Thorn Fire Realm, indeed treacherous. Bringing your disciple here, do you intend for me to undergo some trial in the Thorn Fire Realm?"

Tangyu nods: "Yes, that's exactly the intention. Your current realm is quite impressive, at Golden Core Realm Ninth Layer, and with numerous techniques I've imparted to you, including the Bright Moon Sword Art and Pangu Nine Axes, you've mastered many aspects. At your current strength, below the Zifu Realm, there are few who can harm you. What you need now is significant trials, only through this can you ascend further. Hence, I've chosen the ten major perilous regions to have you experience trials one by one."

On the Mystic Spirit Continent, there are ten major perilous regions, all very famous and extremely dangerous. Of course, the top-ranked is the Nine Nether Secret Realm. Although the other nine perilous regions aren't as dangerous as the Nine Nether Secret Realm, they're not far behind. Thus, Tangyu intends to utilize these ten perilous regions to properly train Shi Jian. Only through trials of life and death can one truly grow, and perhaps even transform again.

This is also Tangyu's personal experience; it was through numerous life-and-death trials that he reached his current position. Without those trials, the path of growth would be even tougher and difficult to navigate.

Shi Jian also understands Tangyu's earnest intentions, nodding solemnly: "Master, I surely won't disappoint your high expectations."

Tangyu says: "One more thing to remind you, for this training, I won't intervene to help. I might occasionally guide you, but all dangers in these ten perilous regions must be resolved by yourself. Even if you face mortal danger within these regions, I won't save you. Don't think of me as your strongest support. This training is very dangerous, and you might face the threat of death at any moment. Everything depends on you."

Shi Jian nods: "I understand, if I don't even have this courage and determination, then I don't deserve to be your disciple."

"Alright, off you go." Tangyu nods with satisfaction.

Though he says so, Tangyu knows in his heart that if Shi Jian truly faces life-threatening danger, he couldn't bear not to save him. Just saying this to dispel some thoughts in Shi Jian's mind, letting him have the resolve to fight and break through. Only by doing so can his potential be pushed to the limit, forcing out all he has. This way, the best effect can be achieved.

Shi Jian enters the Thorn Fire Realm; Tangyu isn't idle either, using the Stealth Pearl to covertly follow Shi Jian. Simultaneously, Tangyu explores the peculiar aspects of this perilous region, seeking any potential improvement for himself.

In the Thorn Fire Realm, Shi Jian faced three dangerous situations, the most perilous of which cornered him into a desperate situation. However, in that desperate situation, Shi Jian suddenly erupted, turning the tides. Naturally, this brought many benefits to Shi Jian.

Next, Tangyu led Shi Jian into another perilous region. Having experienced trials in the Thorn Fire Realm, Shi Jian matured significantly. In this perilous region, there were only two dangerous situations, and neither pushed him to desperation. This trial didn't bring much improvement, but there were indeed notable gains.

As Shi Jian trains in one perilous region after another, he fully immerses himself in this frenzy of cultivation. This method of training is indeed very effective. In every perilous region, he encounters several formidable dangers. By resolving these, he can rapidly improve himself or even undergo a transformation. During these, the comprehension of Sword Intent and Sword Dao also quickly heightens from the dangers. The Bright Moon Sword Art and Pangu Nine Axes advance swiftly.

Shi Jian has now practiced the second form of the Bright Moon Sword Art, the Yin Yang Style.

Moreover, in the Pangu Nine Axes, he's already reached the Fourth Axe. Such speed is undeniably fast, making Tangyu pleased and commend him.

Three months later, Tangyu led Shi Jian to the final secret realm: the Nine Nether Secret Realm. It was the most dangerous place, where even Zifu Realm Great Powers hesitated to enter, and many had met their demise within.

Yet Shi Jian pressed forward without hesitation, entering fearless and undeterred.

In the Nine Nether Secret Realm, the time spent was the longest; Shi Jian took more than half a month to meet Tangyu's trial requirements. During this brief period, Shi Jian faced hazards over a dozen times, thrice pushed to the brink of despair. There was even an instance where Tangyu nearly intervened, only prevented by Shi Jian's last-minute surge.

The growth from trials within the Nine Nether Secret Realm was also the most significant; Pangu's Nine Axes advanced to the Fifth Axe, and the Bright Moon Sword Art's second move, Yin Yang Style, showed substantial progress. While his realm remained at the Golden Core Realm Seventh Level, Shi Jian's current prowess was enough to defeat a typical Zifu Realm First Layer Great Power.

These gains were truly delightful.

Tangyu descended before Shi Jian, observing the changes in him, and asked, "How do you feel?"

Upon seeing Tangyu, Shi Jian promptly and respectfully saluted, "Master, your disciple feels great. You can't see the rainbow without facing storms; this saying is quite right. Although this trial was perilous, with moments nearly claiming my life, persevering through it brought a transformative sublimation inside and out. Reflecting on it, the significance of this trial feels immense, indeed wonderful. After suffering comes sweetness, this is probably how it feels."

"In all aspects, your disciple has greatly improved; my strength should be at the Zifu Realm's First Layer level. Now, your disciple has complete confidence to fight a Zifu Realm First Layer contender."

Tangyu nodded with a smile, "Hmm, it's commendable that you're able to have such a clear understanding of yourself, and I appreciate it. Your current capabilities are decent, but still insufficient; my expectation is for you to break through to the Zifu Realm. Without reaching Zifu, your strength is insignificant."

Shi Jian nodded in agreement, acknowledging that without reaching Zifu, he would merely be ordinary on the Mystic Spirit Continent and indeed insignificant.

He harbors a steadfast resolve for the Zifu Realm; since gaining a master, his realm progressed at an astonishing pace. He is at the Golden Core Realm Seventh Level now, with Zifu just ahead, within reach soon. He possesses absolute confidence in stepping into the Zifu Realm.

Tangyu said, "Your mindset now aligns with the Zifu Realm; what you lack are accumulation, essence, and outburst. I shall lend you a hand to elevate you to the Golden Core Realm Ninth Layer. Whether you break through to the Zifu depends on your fate, your mindset's depth, and your comprehension of the Dao to support you through this breakthrough. This is indeed a significant challenge."

"This challenge offers limited assistance from me; it's chiefly up to you. If you surmount this, your life enters a new realm; the path ahead becomes smoother. At least you'll meet my initial requirement of challenging this world, ascending to its peak."

The peak—

How fantastical a notion it is; Shi Jian once dared not even dream, yet now it serves as his target.

With his master's high hopes, how could he disappoint Tangyu?

Next, Tangyu utilized the Immortal Vein to help Shi Jian's cultivation. The assistance from the Immortal Vein significantly accelerated physical realm enhancement. Within half a month, Shi Jian reached the Golden Core Realm Ninth Layer. Meanwhile, Tangyu's Immortal Vein resources waned. Remaining cautious, Tangyu withheld further usage, reserving some for his own Seeking Immortal Realm breakthrough. Excessive depletion might leave insufficient resources for Tangyu.

The remaining path now relies on Shi Jian's efforts. Once cultivating Shi Jian to the Zifu Realm, Tangyu can confidently say his prowess would claim the Mystic Spirit Continent's peak.

The Zifu Realm is a major challenge, yet Tangyu holds confidence in aiding Shi Jian to that level.

Upon reaching the Golden Core Realm Ninth Layer, Shi Jian felt a tenfold increase in strength, a magnificent feeling, albeit not overly enthusiastic. His current realm hasn't met his master's expectations; Zifu is where his focus lies.

Tangyu patted Shi Jian's shoulder, "Follow your heart, refrain from haste, let everything arise naturally. The Great Dao abides in the heart; Sword Intent guides the Dao. This is your endeavor."

Shi Jian seemed to comprehend vaguely, nodding in response.