I Can See Through Everything

"My physical body and soul power have finally reached perfection once again and reached their limits."

Lu Qing felt the changes within his body and was filled with joy.

He had initially thought it would take a few more days for his body and soul power to reach perfection, but it had unexpectedly happened a few days earlier.

It seemed that last night's insights were indeed highly beneficial to him.

Even the refining process of the Earth Spirit Bead had accelerated, enhancing its nurturing effect on him.

This allowed his physical body and soul power, which would have taken a few more days to reach their limits, to reach perfection ahead of time.

Clenching his fist, without even using his blood energy, just the pure power of his physical body caused a faint explosion sound from his palm.

"With my current strength, even without using the talisman and Earth Spirit Bead in my brow acupoint, I can defeat Mo Zhen, who has cultivated the Blood Demon Body.

An old hag like the one from the Zheng family would be killed with a single punch.

Now that my soul power has once again reached its limit, the speed at which I refine the Earth Spirit Bead has also increased.

It won’t be long before I completely refine this earth-element treasure.

By then, my strength will be greatly enhanced again."

Lu Qing felt the perfect, unobstructed, and surging power within his body and was very satisfied.

It wasn't in vain that he suppressed his breakthrough for so long, resisting the temptation of breaking into the Precelestial Realm.

The rewards were indeed substantial.

"Now that my body and soul power have both reached the Postnatal limit, it’s time to prepare for the breakthrough."

Since hearing Xuanji's explanation of the situation in Zhongzhou, Lu Qing had developed a sense of crisis.

Although the situation in Zhongzhou seemed to be controlled by the three people from the Sacred Mountain, he knew it was only temporary.

Once other major sects comprehended the ancient cultivation methods and stepped into a new realm, the balance would be broken, and turmoil would ensue.

So he decided that once he entered Zhongzhou, if he couldn't find clues about the elusive opportunity, he would immediately seek a place rich in spiritual energy to go into seclusion and break through to the Precelestial Realm.

Lu Qing believed that with his current foundation, he might not be unprecedented, but few in the world could match his profoundness.

With his accumulation, once he stepped into the Precelestial Realm, his strength would undergo an astonishing transformation.

Combined with the many cards he held, he wouldn't even fear the top powerhouses who had perfected the Precelestial Realm.

The early perfection of his body and soul power put Lu Qing in an excellent mood.

Even while having breakfast, his happiness was evident to Mago and the others.

"Aqing, what happened to make you so happy?" the old doctor asked curiously.

"Nothing much, just some new insights in my cultivation," Lu Qing replied with a smile. "By the way, Master, last night I contemplated the meaning behind the inscriptions on the city gate and discovered something interesting."

"Oh, what is it?"

"We can talk about it on the road," Lu Qing said, not revealing it immediately.

The old doctor looked around and understood.

Indeed, with many people around in the inn, talking about the inscriptions on the city gate, which had significant origins, could attract attention.

"Let's finish our breakfast and prepare to leave. Mago has already asked the innkeeper; the Azure Dragon Pass opens once every seven days at the hour of Chen, and today is the opening day. We only have half an hour left."

Upon hearing that the pass would open at the hour of Chen, Lu Qing and the others quickened their pace.

After finishing breakfast, they each went back to their rooms to pack.

Once everything was packed, Lu Qing settled the room fees, and Mago prepared the carriage.

"Let's go."

Since horses couldn't run inside Azure Dragon City, Mago had to lead the carriage by foot.

The old doctor and the others chose to walk as well, taking the opportunity to enjoy the majestic scenery of Azure Dragon City.

The pass to Zhongzhou was in the western part of the city. They walked leisurely, admiring the city's sights, and arrived at the western gate just before it opened.

"So this is Azure Dragon Pass?"

When Lu Qing and the others saw the legendary Azure Dragon Pass, they were somewhat dazed.

Azure Dragon City was built near a river, and the western part of the city was close to the river.

Lu Qing could faintly hear the sound of rushing water.

In front of them stood a gigantic city gate, over ten zhang wide and thirty to forty zhang high.

Above the gate were the large, ancient characters "Azure Dragon Pass."

The inscriptions, weathered and corroded by wind and rain for thousands of years, were filled with a sense of antiquity and weight.

Although there was no martial intent on them, the ancient meaning brought by the passage of time was heavier than the characters inscribed by the martial sage on the east gate.

"This western gate is even more majestic than the eastern gate we entered through," Lu Qing marveled.

"Indeed, this side feels more like the main gate," Mago and the others agreed.

"So many people are waiting to pass through."

Wei Zian looked around. At least a thousand people were gathered at the checkpoint, many in groups that looked like merchant caravans, some with over a hundred people.

Their carriage was inconspicuous among them.

This suited Lu Qing perfectly.

Their carriage was engraved with formations, and though the formations were currently deactivated, the runes on the carriage were still visible to keen observers.

If they attracted the attention of knowledgeable people, it could cause trouble.

Though they were not afraid, it was better to avoid unnecessary complications, especially when they were about to cross the pass. The more low-key, the better.

"The pass is opening!"

Someone shouted, drawing everyone's attention to the gate.

Lu Qing looked toward the gate.

"Ha!"

A series of synchronized shouts rang out as over twenty shirtless men on each side of the gate grabbed large winches, their blood energy erupting as they turned the winches with great effort.

Rumble, rumble!

As the winches turned, a crack appeared in the middle of the gate, and the two doors slowly moved apart.

"Wow, even the gate openers are martial artists in the Tendons and Bones Realm or higher. No wonder the Azure Dragon Pass opens only once every seven days."

Lu Qing sensed the blood energy of the men turning the winches and raised his eyebrows.

None of the dozens of men had a martial cultivation below the Tendons and Bones Realm.

The strongest among them had blood energy completely perfected, just a step away from the Internal Organs Realm.

Such experts could live comfortably in any small city of the larger states outside.

Yet here, they served as laborers to open the city gate.

The foundation of this checkpoint city was indeed deep.

Moreover, the gate itself was immensely heavy. The effort and resources required to build it must have been enormous.

With synchronized shouts, the shirtless men gradually opened the gate.

At the same time, a surge of mist flowed in from outside, along with the sound of rushing water.

"This…"

Feeling the abundant mist, Lu Qing's eyes widened slightly.

Within the mist, he sensed a very rich spiritual energy.

After about half an hour, the gate was fully opened thanks to the efforts of the men.

The men, now tired and breathless, rested to the side.

It was clear how much effort it took to open this gate.

"The pass is open. Those wishing to cross, please line up and pay the toll to enter."

A loud voice announced.

Hearing this, the waiting people orderly formed a line.

No one dared to cause trouble in a city like Azure Dragon City; everyone followed the rules.

Lu Qing and his group also lined up with their carriage.

With so many people, they had to wait nearly an hour before reaching the checkpoint.

"Sir, we wish to cross."

Mago stepped forward, smiling at the imposing man behind the desk.

"Five people and one carriage," Mago said politely.

The man looked up, glanced at Lu Qing and his group, paused briefly on Xiaoyan, then looked at their carriage.

He then continued writing, "Five taels per person, children free, one tael for the carriage, a total of twenty-one taels."

"Yes, sir, here is the fee."

Mago handed over a money pouch.

The man weighed the pouch, opened it, and poured out two ingots of silver.

He then took a corner from one ingot and put the rest back into the pouch, which he returned to Mago.

"I never take extra money. Take back the rest."

Mago, slightly embarrassed, respectfully took the pouch back.

Lu Qing's eyes flickered as he silently observed the man for a few moments.

After paying the toll, Lu Qing and his group crossed the gate.

Once outside, they were stunned by the scene before them.

Outside the gate was a massive platform that could accommodate ten thousand people. Below the platform was a wide, rushing river.

A majestic bridge, tens of zhang wide, spanned the river, stretching out of sight.

Seeing the swift, turbulent river and the grand bridge, Lu Qing couldn't help but marvel.

No wonder the Azure Dragon Pass was called the world's first pass. The sheer grandeur of the scene was worth the journey.

The old doctor and the others were equally awed by the sight.

It took them a while to regain their composure.

"Indeed, the world is vast and full of wonders. I thought I had seen a lot in my life, but now I realize I was just a frog in a well," the old doctor sighed.

Mago and Wei Zian were even more excited.

If not for following Lu Qing to Zhongzhou, they would never have seen such a breathtaking sight.

"Master, let’s go."

Seeing most people already crossing the bridge, Lu Qing reminded them.

The old doctor nodded, and they started walking forward.

Such a magnificent view deserved to be appreciated up close.

They decided to walk across the bridge, with Mago leading the carriage and Lu Qing carrying Xiaoyan.

Xiaoli, who always disliked water, had already burrowed into Lu Qing's arms.

"Xiaolian, when we reach Xuanyin Sect, you must work hard. If you become a disciple, it will be a great opportunity.

This time, thanks to the help of the Young Master of the Ji family, I managed to buy a spot for you. Don’t waste it."

"But father, the Xuanyin Sect’s disciple assessment is notoriously difficult. I just reached the peak of the Qi and Blood Realm. How can I pass?"

"If you can’t pass, seek out your uncle. He’s an outer elder of Xuanyin Sect. He will find a way."

"But uncle has always disliked our family. Why would he help?"

"No matter how much he dislikes us, you are still his niece. If not for him, your mother wouldn't have died. If he dares not help, I will bring your mother’s memorial tablet to confront him!"

As they were about to step onto the bridge, Lu Qing heard this conversation.

One of the voices sounded familiar.

Looking back, he saw a group nearby, with a middle-aged man earnestly talking to a beautiful young girl.

The middle-aged man, with graying temples, was none other than the city guard Hu Laosan, whom they had seen when entering the city yesterday.

Seeing his daughter hesitating, Hu Laosan's face darkened, "Remember, you must try your best to join Xuanyin Sect. If you fail, I will disown you!"

"Father, don’t be angry. I promise. If I fail, I will beg uncle for help."

The girl, seeing her father angry, quickly agreed.

"Just remember that."

Hu Laosan’s expression softened.

He then turned to the others who had been silent and said, "Brother Zheng, Brother Liu, Miss Wang, I entrust Xiaolian’s safety to you.

She has been pampered at home. If she acts spoiled, please bear with her."

"Don’t worry, Brother Hu. Since the Young Master of the Ji family asked us, and we are heading the same way, we will ensure Miss Hu reaches Xuanyin Sect safely…"

As they walked further, the sound of rushing water drowned out the rest of the conversation.

But Lu Qing wasn’t very concerned and continued walking with Xiaoyan in his arms.

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