Path of Alchemy Mastery-Chapter 242 - 243: Mu Can’s Path

Early the next morning, Mu Can went to seek help from Xuanyuan Mingkong.

Nearly thirty soul bodies and one powerful ancestor spirit had left from the first layer of the Reincarnation Pearl. At least the same number of reasonably strong corpses were needed for them to reincarnate through body borrowing.

It was going to be incredibly difficult for Mu Can to accomplish this on his own, but with Xuanyuan Mingkong’s status and position, he surely had his own methods. In the war-torn Mortal World, finding suitable bodies shouldn’t be too hard.

"Bodies? What do you need bodies for?" Xuanyuan Mingkong asked with a frown. He valued his disciple highly and was worried that Mu Can might be straying onto a crooked path upon hearing his request for bodies. After all, there were many deviant and sinister practices in the Mortal World that involved cultivating using corpses, all labeled as the Demon Sect.

"Rest assured, Master, I am not practicing any evil demonic methods. There really is a use for them this time."

Mu Can didn’t want to lie to Xuanyuan Mingkong, nor did he want to reveal the existence of the Reincarnation Pearl.

"If you don’t tell me what you need them for, I’m not going to find them for you."

Xuanyuan Mingkong’s eyes narrowed as he lost his temper.

Now it was Mu Can’s turn to feel the headache coming on. Xuanyuan Mingkong knew him well, and he knew his master just as much. It seemed if Mu Can couldn’t find a suitable reason to persuade Xuanyuan Mingkong, then Xuanyuan Mingkong definitely wouldn’t help him.

After pondering for a moment, Mu Can thought about what to say.

"I rescued a group of soul bodies from the Demon Clan previously, and now I need to find physical bodies for them so they can have their own bodies again." Mu Can finally found an acceptable reason.

"Ancestor, please come out." To bolster his credibility, Mu Can called out to Mu Xiao, releasing him from the Storage Magical Artifact.

"Young Master." Mu Xiao bowed to Mu Can then turned his head to look at Xuanyuan Mingkong.

The oppressive aura radiating from the elderly man weighed heavily on Mu Xiao.

Having been in the Mortal World for so long, he had never seen such a powerful person. No wonder the Mortal World could hold its ground against the attacks from the Demon World.

"Ancestor, this is my master, Vice-Chancellor Xuanyuan." Mu Can introduced them.

"I’ve heard much about you, Vice-Chancellor Xuanyuan." Knowing the other was a friend and not a foe, Mu Xiao relaxed and bowed to Xuanyuan Mingkong.

"If I’m not mistaken, friend, you are a Soul Body without a physical form?"

Even though Xuanyuan Mingkong was worldly and well-informed, he had never seen a Soul Body just appear before him like this. It was extremely difficult for a Soul Body to survive - without a special background and constant loss of Soul Power, it was sheer fantasy to think a Soul Body could ensure its survival.

"Yes, I am indeed a Soul Body," Mu Xiao nodded. Although he appeared no different from an ordinary person, if one were to observe carefully, they could sense that Mu Xiao’s figure was somewhat floating, giving off an especially unreal impression.

"Master, this is one of my family’s ancestors. If we can find a suitable body, it won’t be long before the Mortal World’s forces gain another Martial Saint Level powerhouse."

Finally, he had a reason to persuade Xuanyuan Mingkong.

"Alright." Xuanyuan Mingkong glanced at Mu Can and agreed, turning to head out to help prepare the bodies.

"Hehe, this also solves a big issue for me," Mu Can nodded in satisfaction.

"Let’s do it today. I’m ready to break through to the Martial Saint level. It’s been a long time coming; I should make the breakthrough." Mu Can put Mu Xiao back into the Storage Magical Artifact, muttering to himself.

Behind the Immortal Ancient Academy was a long mountain range, rich in Spiritual Energy - it was also a renowned Holy Land for cultivation within the academy.

After exchanging greetings with Mu Zi’ang and Old Hu, Mu Can went alone to the Immortal Ancient Mountain.

There were many legends about the Immortal Ancient Mountain.

Rumors had it that the first Headmaster moved this mountain range here using Great Magical Power and set up a Big Formation within the mountain to ensure the abundance of Spiritual Energy. freewēbnoveℓ.com

Sigh!

Mu Can took a deep breath of the spiritually charged air, feeling quite refreshed.

"This is the place."

On the Immortal Ancient Mountain Range, there are three thousand peaks. Having picked one at random, Mu Can sat cross-legged on a plateau at the summit and entered the state of cultivation.

"Cultivation is a path against nature’s course, absorbing the spiritual energy of the heavens and earth, evading the world’s natural selection upon oneself, polishing and training the body, merging and smoothing the soul. After achieving perfect unity, one can step into sainthood."

Each person’s opportunity to step into the Martial Saint realm is different. Thus, becoming a Martial Saint is a significant threshold for becoming powerful. If one can cross it, then the vast world is theirs to roam freely. If not, one is but an ant in the eyes of a Martial Saint.

"My path, my path." Mu Can mumbled as he looked down at the Immortal Ancient City below.

Ever since Mu Can embarked on the path of cultivation, despite his firm resolve, he had never pondered this question.

What is the Dao? What, exactly, is Mu Can’s Dao?

"Dad, rest assured, when I grow up, I will surely become a super strong person, just like our ancestor."

The three-year-old Mu Can promised, as he stood solemnly in front of Mu Zi Ang, making Mu Zi Ang laugh heartily and pat his head.

"Dad, I’ve reached the Martial Spirit realm."

The seven-year-old Mu Can ran and jumped to Mu Zi Ang, excitedly sharing this good news.

"Your child, I can guarantee his entry into the Immortal Ancient Academy. This choice lies before you. I hope you will cherish this opportunity, as the Immortal Ancient Academy, being the strongest institution, is a rare opportunity."

"Dad, I won’t go. Even if I don’t attend the Immortal Ancient Academy, I can still become strong,"

Mu Can declared, raising his small face to Mu Zi Ang, his first act of defiance against Mu Zi Ang.

Mu Zi Ang knew that Mu Can said this because he couldn’t bear to leave him.

In the end, one cannot twist an arm stronger than their own, and Mu Can eventually went to the Immortal Ancient Academy with tears, following the elder.

...

"Dad, I’m back, and I’ve let you down."

When Mu Can returned to Mu Family, having lost the majority of his cultivation and looking utterly miserable, he knelt before Mu Zi Ang, speaking with a face full of self-reproach.

"Your father is proud of you. There’s nothing serious. If you’ve lost your cultivation, just cultivate it back,"

Mu Zi Ang consoled, patting Mu Can’s shoulder, then turned away, secretly wiping the corner of his eye,

Scared that Mu Can would see his moment of weakness.

"Dad will go find Holy Medicine for your injuries, rest well and cultivate at home."

For Mu Can’s sake, Mu Zi Ang ventured deep into Jue Ming Valley and never returned.

...

"Purple Cloud sister, I want power."

It was only upon discovering the Reincarnation Pearl that Mu Can’s fate began to change.

Contending against Elder Mu, slaying the Demon General, vanquishing the Snake Venerable, he had walked a grueling path.

How many dangers he had faced, Mu Can had reached this step today.

Past events played out before Mu Can’s eyes like scenes of a movie.

Mu Can’s eyes grew brighter, and his aura became more powerful.

"My road, my way." Mu Can repeated, undoubtedly, as the aura around him slowly rose.