Path of Alchemy Mastery-Chapter 359 - 360: Xu Liang’s Origins

This is Mu Can’s plan, in which the most crucial part is that Mu Can needs to successfully pass the final trial and gain the ultimate inheritance of Tongshen Mountain. Only by doing so, can he ensure that his memory will not be sealed, and have the opportunity to search for others. The two little dragons he gave to MuMu and Ada act as such markers to help locate their positions, so Mu Can won’t lose track of the two after he leaves.

However, most of the spiritual power within the two little dragons’ bodies has been absorbed back by Mu Can, so the strength of the two little dragons is no longer as formidable as before.

As two streaks of blue light flashed by, MuMu and Ada had already disappeared from the spot, leaving no doubt that Mu Can and Xu Liang had won the second battle.

"Big Brother Mu, I have something to tell you," said Xu Liang, looking at Mu Can.

Mu Can thought to himself, "I thought you’d be able to hold it in and not speak."

Xu Liang was looking for an opportunity to speak, and Mu Can was also waiting. From Xu Liang’s occasional expressions filled with hatred, it was clear that he must be harboring some secret, and after seeing Xu Liang’s reaction upon learning of Mu Can’s identity, Mu Can was quite sure Xu Liang’s secret might be related to the Demon World.

"Go ahead," Mu Can said, looking into Xu Liang’s eyes. Since Mu Can already considered Xu Liang a friend, he was quite approachable when it came to his friends.

"It’s like this, I was originally just a Loose Cultivator."

As Xu Liang spoke at length, Mu Can also learned about Xu Liang’s past experiences.

Although it was a cliché story, Mu Can could relate deeply. Xu Liang, a Loose Cultivator, returned to his hometown which was right in the midst of chaos, as both the Immortal World and Demon World invaded the Mortal World. His city was subjected to a blood sacrifice by the Demon World. Upon his return, he was faced with the sight of his hometown littered with corpses, and in that instant, Xu Liang erupted with fury. After killing two Demon Generals, he was injured and escaped.

It was then that the seeds of hatred were planted in his heart until one day when Xu Liang learned that the Immortal Ancient Academy had sent out many students and teachers to protect the common people in various parts of the Mortal World. This motivated him to head to the Immortal Ancient Academy, hoping to join and enhance his strength in the Immortal Ancient Secret Realm.

"Don’t worry, the Demon Clan will definitely be defeated," Mu Can said, patting Xu Liang’s shoulder lightly.

He did not try to dissuade Xu Liang. Such a deep need for vengeance can only be cleansed by blood. Seeing the bloodbath that had become his hometown, hatred had taken root in his heart, and the only way to resolve such hatred was to annihilate all of the Demon Clan.

So Mu Can did not try to persuade him otherwise, but he could make a promise, a promise to defeat the Demon Clan. freēwēbnovel.com

"I want to join the Immortal Ancient Academy," Xu Liang said through gritted teeth. Since Mu Can was a Cultivator in the Immortal Ancient Academy, and with his strength as a Martial Saint, he certainly was not an insignificant figure. With such a person’s recommendation, Xu Liang was sure to be able to join the Immortal Ancient Academy.

"It’s possible. Once you’re out, I’ll take you to the Immortal Ancient Academy," Mu Can agreed immediately. At this time, the Immortal Ancient Academy also needed fresh blood, and someone like Xu Liang, who had already been put to the test, would undoubtedly be able to join directly with Mu Can’s recommendation.

Under normal circumstances, joining the Immortal Ancient Academy would require passing a series of strict examinations, only then could one become an official member of the academy.

"That’s great." Even with Xu Liang’s temperament, he became excited upon receiving Mu Can’s promise.

No blame to him, he was originally a Loose Cultivator, and the term ’Loose Cultivator’ is almost equivalent to having pitifully scarce resources, pitifully few Cultivation Techniques, pitifully few methods of Cultivation. Apart from having more freedom, a Loose Cultivator led a much more miserable life compared to those Cultivators with a Sect or a family.

Xu Liang had also broken through to the level of a Martial Arts Sect in anger and hatred after witnessing the tragic state of his hometown. However, Xu Liang had one particular strength: he was very interested in all kinds of secrets and rumors, and he would usually rather collect old Secret Manuals filled with rumors even if it meant not buying Spirit Stones or weapons, especially the out-of-print ones.

"I want to give you a word of advice," Mu Can said to Xu Liang. He admired Xu Liang and did not want to see him take the wrong path.

"Go ahead," Xu Liang took a deep breath, knowing that Mu Can’s words were meant for his benefit.

"I won’t advise you to let go of your hatred, but I want to tell you that hatred is not all there is to life; it is a driving force, but not the meaning of life. And remember, the Mortal World will ultimately remain the Mortal World; one day we will drive all those outsiders from the Demon World and Immortal World away," Mu Can advised.

He was afraid that Xu Liang would be blinded by hate, unable to see the future. Although hatred can drive a person forward, it cannot give strength like love.

If Xu Liang truly allowed hatred to blind him, he would not be able to see the way forward and thus had no way to break through to become a Martial Saint.

Breaking through to Martial Saint level is mostly about the comprehension of the Heavenly Dao, and how could a person consumed by hatred see the future?

"I understand," Xu Liang nodded, but his heart still harbored this knot, which was the reason for the intense hatred sometimes evident in his eyes. Seeing all the familiar faces in his hometown killed, seeing his own parents’ corpses in a pool of blood, it was destined that revenge had become his life’s mission, even his very livelihood.

"The third battle is about to begin, please prepare."

Mu Can said no more. In fact, Mu Can didn’t really know what to say because in such matters, no one has the right to persuade, as no one is Xu Liang nor has anyone gone through what Xu Liang has experienced, no one is qualified to advise him.

"Be careful in a moment. Those who have made it to the third battle are no weaklings, and it’s very likely we’ll encounter a Cultivator who has received the Ultimate Secret Manual." Xu Liang seemed to have returned to his capable demeanor, analyzing the situation at hand.

The battles would only get tougher as they go on. Eventually, they would face those like Mu Can who have understood the Ultimate Secret Manual. At that time, the real fight would erupt, and those people were precisely the enemies Mu Can needed to confront.