Chapter 230: Post-War Aftermath, an Olive Branch from the Primordial Spirit Realm

However, getting started and actually cultivating it was simply too difficult!

One had to grasp at least five types of True Intent of the Dao just to initiate the technique, and comprehending nine types was required to forge a Perfect Dao Foundation. It should be known that when it came to the True Intent of the Dao, having more was not necessarily better.

What truly mattered was profundity!

Even if one comprehended nine types of True Intent of the Dao, they would still be powerless against a superior Dao Domain.

Of course, if cultivators of the same tier possessed equal Law Insights but different types of True Intent of the Dao, or even stacked their Dao Domains to form multiple overlapping domains, the resulting power would be absolutely terrifying.

But comprehending just one True Intent of the Dao and forming a single Dao Domain was already exceedingly difficult, let alone multiple. Human energy was limited, and so was time!

Take Liu Mingxuan, for instance. He cultivated the *True Explanation of the Nine Heavens Responding Elemental Thunder Technique*, one of the Twelve Immortal Tier Techniques, and possessed an incredibly profound understanding of the Thunder Domain. He hoped to rely on this to break through to the Primordial Spirit Realm!

“You flatter me, Senior. It was merely a stroke of luck. Relying on the Insect Swarm Power, I paid a tremendous price to win by a hair’s breadth. If Shen Tu Lu hadn’t been careless and underestimated me, I would have had no chance of winning,” Qin Yu said calmly, neither servile nor overbearing.

In a one-on-one fight, he definitely wouldn’t be a match, even if he unleashed the Power of Dominator. This was undeniable.

However, the appreciation in Liu Mingxuan’s eyes only deepened. He noted that Qin Yu was neither arrogant nor impetuous, remaining clear-headed and perfectly aware of his own strengths and weaknesses. It seemed that not only were the young man’s talent and strength exceptionally high, but his temperament was also top-notch.

“A win is a win. On the battlefield, there is no such thing as a stroke of luck,” Liu Mingxuan said with a smile. “My friend, your battle has boosted the prestige of our Demon Suppression Bureau and deterred the Evil Demons of Ling State. Your contribution is immense.

“I have already reported this matter. For slaying a Myriad Phenomena Realm Evil Demon while only in the Qi Sea Realm, you are awarded one million Merit Points! You are promoted three levels to a Standard Fifth Grade Ling State Inspector. The subsequent rewards will also be delivered soon.”

With that, he waved his hand, and two Jade Scrolls radiating a quaint Dao aura floated slowly toward Qin Yu.

“Here is the first layer of the *Infinite Wonders Skill* you exchanged for, as well as the Alpha-level Middle Grade Technique, *Ten Thousand Swords Soul Seal*.”

A flash of joy appeared in Qin Yu’s eyes as he respectfully received the two Jade Scrolls. The Immortal Tier Technique, the *Infinite Wonders Skill*, was finally in his hands!

With this technique, he could begin preparing for his breakthrough. A Tier Three Insect Nest spawning an Insect Swarm already possessed such astonishing might. What about Tier Four? That would be another qualitative leap!

When that time came, he would truly have the confidence to establish a firm foothold in Ling State, and even the entirety of Great Wei.

As for the *Ten Thousand Swords Soul Seal*, this type of Divine Soul Attack Method was exactly what he lacked the most. It would allow him to display his greatest strength, and as a result, his combat power would experience a significant leap.

A reward of one million Merit Points was by no means a small sum. It actually gave him hope of purchasing the second layer of the *Infinite Wonders Skill*.

According to the pricing in the Demon Suppression Bureau’s Treasure Vault:

First layer: 300,000 Merit Points (Qi Sea to Primordial Mansion)

First two layers: 3,000,000 Merit Points (Primordial Mansion to Myriad Phenomena)

Although he was still quite a bit short, judging from Liu Mingxuan’s words, this million Merit Points was an additional reward. Shen Tu Lu was on the Demon Suppression Bureau’s wanted list! That bounty alone would be worth at least several hundred thousand Merit Points.

Coupled with his previous earnings in Yunlong County City and the Primordial Mansion Realm enemies he had slain on the battlefield, he still had a chance to scrape together enough to buy it.

Of course, Qin Yu wasn’t in a hurry right now. There were many excellent items in the Demon Suppression Bureau’s Treasure Vault. He didn’t necessarily have to rush to buy the second layer; other items could also boost his combat power!

As for the promotion of three levels, it was of little consequence to him.

Flipping his hand to stow away the Jade Scrolls, Qin Yu bowed and said solemnly, “Thank you for the generous reward, Master Liu, and thank you to the Demon Suppression Bureau for the support. I humbly accept.”

“There’s no need to be so polite; it’s what you deserve.” Liu Mingxuan stroked his beard and smiled. “I observe that your Insect Swarm Dao is completely unique and possesses boundless potential.

“However, the tallest tree in the forest inevitably faces the brunt of the wind. After this battle, your name will surely shake the region. When that time comes, the overt attacks and covert schemes you face will likely be far worse than before. A senior in our Demon Suppression Bureau is very interested in you and intends to take you in as a disciple.

“What are your thoughts on this?”