Sword Emperor

When one was in the deepest state of enlightenment, one would fall into a state where one would forget two things. It could even be said that one would overlook the passing of time. This was also the reason why the rumored experts would often spend several years or even hundreds of years in seclusion.    

    

He completely broke away from the need for the five grains and grains and completely fell into the pursuit of the Great Dao. Only such a cultivator could be considered a real cultivator.    

    

Unknowingly, time had changed. Ten years had passed quietly. Sun Bing, who had been sitting on top of the Ice-clear Jade Lotus, seemed to have decayed. He didn't even make a sound, as if he was a dead man.    

    

At this moment, after parting for so long, Sun Bing finally opened his eyes slowly. His eyes were filled with confusion, and he could vaguely see a glimmer of light flashing inside.    

    

After a long period of time, Sun Bing finally came back to his senses. He instantly exhaled, and the white airflow condensed into the shape of a sword. It didn't disperse after a long time, and continued to stab forward. Even the dust on the ground couldn't stop the sharp Qi, and a deep mark appeared on it.    

    

"I'm finally awake. How long has it been?"    

    

After a long time, Sun Bing said softly. However, because he hadn't spoken for a long time, his voice had a decaying and unfamiliar feeling.    

    

Fortunately, with Sun Bing's cultivation base, he quickly got used to these changes. Immediately, the spiritual strength in his sea of consciousness swept across his body, and he slowly stood up. Crackling sounds could be heard from his bones, and every sound was like thunder.    

    

After being in seclusion for such a long time, Sun Bing was finally ready to come out of seclusion. Because at this moment, he had already reached an inexplicable bottleneck. If he wanted to break through again, he wouldn't be able to succeed just by cultivating hard.    

    

Recalling the gains he had gained over such a long period of time, the corner of Sun Bing's mouth couldn't help but reveal a smile. Currently, Sun Bing's Profound Meaning of Space had reached the perfection, and he was still a little bit away from the Dao Initiation realm. Only by experiencing some fortuitous encounters could he break through this bottleneck smoothly.    

    

During this period of time, the Profound Meaning of Mountains and Rivers had made Sun Bing extremely satisfied, because it had actually jumped from the original level to the Dao Initiation realm. This also meant that Sun Bing had already mastered three Profound Meanings of Dao Initiation.    

    

As for the Profound Meaning of Traversing and Death, although he had the Ice-clear Jade Lotus and the Enlightenment Stone, without any other help, both of them had reached 80%. This was already considered the pinnacle of his current cultivation. It would be extremely difficult for him to break through to the next realm.    

    

As for the Profound Meaning of Time, it was a pity. After such a long time, although they had gained a certain amount of benefits, it was still better than nothing.    

    

Currently, Sun Bing had become unprecedentedly powerful. In order to find the trace of opportunity to break through, he couldn't waste any more time in this dark and narrow space.    

    

Immediately, Sun Bing waved his hand. The Ice-clear Jade Lotus and the floating Enlightenment Stone on the ground instantly disappeared without a trace. However, because of the existence of these two supreme treasures, many spiritual roots could be seen growing on the ground. Moreover, some Meaning of Dao also appeared on those mischievous stones.    

    

Although these things were nothing to Sun Bing, any ordinary Life and Death Stage warrior would regard them as treasures.    

    

With a thought from Sun Bing, the sword formation that had been surrounding them completely disintegrated in the blink of an eye. The flying swords returned to the sword case one after another, and the surrounding scene finally appeared in Sun Bing's sight.    

    

However, when he saw the surrounding scenery, Sun Bing's eyes were filled with shock. Although it had been a long time, Sun Bing's memory was still pretty good with his superior cultivation.    

    

In the past, this place could only be considered a small valley. There was only a thin spirit vein underneath the ground. But now, as far as he could see, he could clearly see... On both sides of the mountain were towering mountains, which looked extremely dangerous.    

    

As for the valley, he didn't know if it was because of a wisp of the Ice-clear Jade Lotus's aura, but it could be said that it was lush and verdant. In front of him were thick and sturdy trees that were several hundred zhang tall. It was a spectacular sight.    

    

Moreover, the surroundings were filled with dense Heaven and Earth spiritual energy. When one raised their head, they would be able to sense the Meaning of Dao in the air. It could be said that it was a Meaning of Dao. This was the best era of cultivation. It was countless times stronger than when Sun Bing was cultivating.    

    

"Could this be the Shen State under the golden age? It's really extraordinary. Even if I don't know any cultivation technique, my body alone can reach the Qi Refining Stage."    

    

Sun Bing's words were filled with emotion, and his face was also filled with surprise. Everything in front of him indicated that the Shen State had undergone a tremendous change. Sun Bing was eager to know what the current Shen State was like, and the news about his friends.    

    

Regarding this place, Sun Bing didn't have any attachment to it. If it wasn't because of the urgency of the time, he wouldn't have chosen this place. Therefore, he didn't hesitate at all. In an instant, he leaped into the sky and sped away.    

    

Only at this moment could he truly feel the changes that had happened to the Dao Art in the world. Because he was in a golden age, the shackles between the heaven and earth had become stronger, and the space had become more stable.    

    

Originally, Life and Death Stage Cultivator could easily open the spatial zone. But now, it was completely different. Because the spatial zone of Shen State could now withstand the power of saints and above. Unless it was a terrifying attack of a Saint, it could only create ripples in the spatial zone.    

    

Similarly, in the past in the Shen State, a Reborn Stage could fly in the sky because his Meaning of Dao could fuse with the heaven and earth. But now, such a weak cultivator didn't even have the qualifications to touch the Meaning of Dao.    

    

Sun Bing could feel that he had been suppressed when he soared into the sky. Of course, it was useless to him. After all, Sun Bing's current cultivation base was already above 99% of the cultivators in the Shen State.    

    

He took a step forward with the Earth Shrinking Technique. He took a step forward. However, because of his low cultivation base, the spatial zone couldn't be torn apart. Although his speed was relatively fast, it was still slightly slower than before.    

    

However, Sun Bing didn't mind. He had just come out of his seclusion, so he was very curious about everything in Shen State. Even the vibrant green in his eyes made him feel at ease. Besides, there wasn't much danger at the moment, so he didn't need to worry too much.    

    

While riding on the wind, Sun Bing's eyes were still scanning the surroundings. At this moment, he could feel the enormous size of the Shen State. Even with Sun Bing's speed, he hadn't found any signs of human habitation for such a long time.    

    

However, very quickly, Sun Bing found a village in the distance. He was overjoyed and immediately flew towards that direction. In the next moment, he arrived at the entrance of the village.    

    

"Who is it?"    

    

Just as Sun Bing landed on the ground, he heard a vigorous voice. When he raised his head, he saw an old man with a stern face looking at him with a sharp gaze.    

    

At this moment, Sun Bing's eyes were looking in front of him. His mind was filled with shock, because every person in his sight had a majestic Qi and blood. Even a young child had reached the Qi Refining Stage. He didn't need to experience any Body Quenching Stage.    

    

As for the old man who spoke earlier, his cultivation base had clearly reached the Heaven Insight Stage. Although it wasn't a big deal to Sun Bing, he could still be considered a powerful expert in the Shen State.    

    

Although he was quite shocked in his heart, Sun Bing's expression was still very calm. When he noticed the vigilance in the eyes of the villagers, he smiled gently. After that, he cupped his fists and said in a soft voice.    

    

"Sorry to bother you all this time. My name is Sun Bing. I am a cultivator who has just come out of seclusion. I am passing by and would like to rest for a while. I hope that all of you can make an exception for me."    

    

"It turns out that little friend has just come out of seclusion. It would be better for you to come in and rest for a while and have a cup of water. However, I hope you can forgive me. Our village cannot allow you to stay overnight."    

    

The old man did not reject the offer. Instead, he spoke in a soft voice. After that, he directly commanded a villager to prepare some tea.