Chapter 89: Setting Out for the Imperial City

Spirit-Enhancing Pill (Divine Grade): When consumed at the tenth level Martial Spirit stage, it can immediately raise one’s cultivation by three levels, reaching the third level Martial King. As expected of a divine-grade item—an instant leap of three entire levels. Damn, how many monsters would one need to slay to match such a pill? Even an ordinary mid-tier Earth-grade Spirit-Enhancing Pill on the market would cost millions in silver, and that’s if you could even find one for sale. Now that Wu Tian held supreme-grade and even divine-grade Spirit-Enhancing Pills, if he put them up for auction, there would undoubtedly be a frenzy. Moreover, cultivators at the Martial King stage are considered prominent figures in the Mad Martial Empire. Many spend their whole lives unable to cross the chasm between tenth-level Martial Spirit and first-level Martial King. In such an environment, Spirit-Enhancing Pills become all the more priceless.

“I’ve struck it rich, truly! When the time comes, I’ll give Ning Yujiao one divine-grade Spirit-Enhancing Pill and three supreme-grade ones to auction, and the rest will be mine. Hah, there’s no way that woman could guess just how many I’ve managed to refine,” Wu Tian thought in delight.

“Young master! Young master! What just happened? Why did the house suddenly collapse?” At this moment, Xiao Hui came running over, her face full of confusion. She had sensed something was wrong from the other room, rushed out of the cottage, and barely escaped before it crumbled.

Wu Tian scratched his head, somewhat embarrassed. “Sorry about that, I got a bit carried away with the pill refining, and now I’ve left you without a place to sleep.”

“It’s alright as long as you’re safe, young master,” Xiao Hui said, patting her chest in relief.

Wu Tian’s gaze lingered on her. He hadn’t looked at her closely in days, but now the young girl’s figure was taking shape—her chest especially beginning to show the promise of maturity. At this rate, in a few years, she’d be fully grown.

Perhaps sensing his gaze, Xiao Hui’s cheeks flushed. She quickly said, “Young master, I’ll go clean up and see what can be salvaged.”

“No need, Xiao Hui. There’s nothing much left anyway. Since the house has collapsed, let it be. The imperial capital is quite far from Pingyang City. I’ve decided to set out tomorrow for the headquarters of the Qitian Sect in the imperial capital. Today, I’ll seek permission from the sect master and ask for a place to stay for the night.” Wu Tian gently took Xiao Hui’s hand.

She nodded shyly.

Perhaps the commotion was too great, for soon a number of disciples gathered. Wu Tian could hardly continue his tender moment with Xiao Hui in front of everyone.

At that moment, Elder Hao arrived. Seeing Wu Tian’s house reduced to ruin, he looked slightly surprised.

“What happened here, Wu Tian? Did someone come causing trouble again?” Elder Hao asked sternly.

“Of course not. I was just tinkering with something and an accident happened, bringing the house down. But it’s alright—I’ve decided to leave for the imperial capital tomorrow, and it’s time to bid this place farewell,” Wu Tian replied with a hint of emotion.

“Yes, perhaps after today, Pingyang City will see you no more,” Hao Hu remarked wistfully.

“By the way, Elder Hao, did you come because there’s something you need from me?”

“The sect master wishes to see you in his study.”

“Alright, I’ll head over now.”

Wu Tian soon arrived at Sect Master Ye’s study, where the sect master was waiting for him.

“Master Ye, I heard you wanted to see me. What instructions do you have?” Wu Tian asked in puzzlement.

Ye smiled faintly, “There’s nothing to instruct, but there is something I need. You’ll soon be heading to the imperial capital, I expect. I have a letter for you to deliver—when you reach the Qitian Sect headquarters, give it directly to their sect master.”

“No problem. I will see it done,” Wu Tian nodded.

“Aren’t you the least bit curious about its contents?” Ye asked with interest.

“This is a task you’ve assigned to me, Sect Master. My only duty is to fulfill it. There’s no need to ask anything more,” Wu Tian replied, shaking his head.

“In truth, there’s nothing secret inside—only an introduction, explaining your situation to the main sect master. The headquarters in the imperial capital is very different from Pingyang City. Here, you stand out, but in the capital, geniuses abound and many disciples are far stronger. You have outstanding talent, and as sect master, I hope you’ll have greater opportunities for advancement there. That’s all I wished to convey in the letter.”

Hearing these words, Wu Tian felt a surge of warmth. Since coming to this world, few had ever truly cared for him. The sect master’s concern touched him deeply.

“Thank you for your care, Sect Master Ye. I, Wu Tian, will never forget all you’ve done for me!” Wu Tian bowed deeply.

Sect Master Ye lifted him up with a wave of his hand. “Wu Tian, this is the least I can do. In truth, you don’t owe me thanks—I still owe you my life. If you hadn’t sought medicine for me at the Sun family, I might not be here today.”

“Fortune favors you, Sect Master. I’m certain you’ll live a long and prosperous life,” Wu Tian said firmly.

“I’ll take your blessing! That’s all I have to say. I hope you make good use of your time at headquarters. You’re a representative of the Pingyang City Qitian Sect—do us proud!” Ye clapped Wu Tian on the shoulder in blessing.

“I will!” Wu Tian clenched his fists. “By the way, Sect Master, my house was destroyed by my own hand, and since I’m leaving for the capital tomorrow, could you arrange a place for me to stay tonight?”

Ye was taken aback, then burst out laughing. “Ha! Wu Tian, you never cease to surprise me. Don’t worry—tonight you’ll have the best accommodations in the entire Qitian Sect!”

Sure enough, on Wu Tian’s last night before departure, Sect Master Ye arranged for both him and Xiao Hui to stay in the sect’s finest guest rooms.

At dawn, Wu Tian and Xiao Hui packed their belongings to leave Pingyang City for the imperial capital. At their departure, Sect Master Ye and several elders personally came to see them off, making Wu Tian a little embarrassed—the sect master only stopped once Wu Tian had left the Qitian Sect grounds.

“Take care, Sect Master Ye!” Stepping out the gates, Wu Tian waved to him, reluctant to part.

“Go, and chase your dreams.”

With firm steps, Wu Tian set out for the imperial capital.

“Boss! Wait for me! I want to go to the capital with you—don’t leave me behind!” Before he’d gone far, Niu Wuji came running, burdened with baggage.

“What are you doing here? Weren’t you going to travel with the others?” Wu Tian asked.

“Aw, what’s the fun in that? It’s more interesting to go with you, boss! What, are you trying to ditch me?”

“That’s right, I am. Now get lost.”

“Don’t be like that, boss. Just think—aren’t you going to need someone to handle the heavy lifting on the road? I can do all the errands, as long as you don’t drive me away…”