Chapter 1392, Nine Heavenly Prohibitions; I Just Want to See an Old Friend

Translator: Fate

Translation Checker: Silavin

 

“You’re finally awake, Senior.” Lan Xin and the others were shocked, and then they were pleasantly surprised. The crazy old woman had awakened. It meant that they might be able to restore their cultivation.

 

At the same time, Gu Xianer also came to her senses. She was pleasantly surprised as well.

 

She felt that she only needed an opportunity to refine her Dao Seed, after which she would ascend to the Dao Realm.

 

The process was so smooth that she felt that achieving her goal would not be challenging at all.

 

“When your cultivation is restored, it won’t take you long before you ascend to the Dao Realm and enter a new world.” The crazy old woman said with a smile. Her gaze was soft and calm. Although her hair was unkempt and her face was full of wrinkles and freckles, there was a sense of beauty to her demeanour. One could see that she used to be a peerless beauty when she was young.

 

It was said that beautiful women would remain gorgeous even in their old age. Maybe, this crazy old woman was an example of that.

 

“Senior…” Gu Xianer, who had come to her senses, looked gratefully at the crazy old woman.

 

“Greetings, Senior.” The Elders of the Waning Moon Sect respectfully saluted the crazy old woman.

 

If not for the fact that the crazy old woman had saved their lives, they would’ve died in the Waning Moon Sect back then. They felt guilty when they recalled that they had tried to chase her away from the Waning Moon Sect in the past.

 

The crazy old woman ignored the people from the Waning Moon Sect. She glanced at the white-clothed woman behind Gu Xianer. After some deliberation, she shook her head.

 

“I’m not in a healthy state, so I can’t stay clear-headed for long. All of you don’t have to panic though. After fleeing the Waning Moon Sect, I took away all of your cultivation. That way, those dark beings would not be able to track us down by tracing karma.” She explained.

 

Then, she waved her sleeve and a Divine Light beamed out of it. The light fell upon these people like rain on a drought-stricken land.

 

“My cultivation has been restored…”

 

“Amazing.”

 

The Elders of the Waning Moon Sect were shocked, and then they became pleasantly surprised.

 

During the period when they had lost their cultivation, they were no different from Mortals.

 

Fortunately, they did not come across any danger. Otherwise, they would have a hard time dealing with it.

 

[What a domineering and bizarre technique. She didn’t only take away our cultivation but also our karma.]

 

The elegant middle-aged man by Song Yu’s side felt his heart sinking. Even though he was an Ancestral Dao Realm expert, he did not think he could ward off a move like this.

 

If not for the crazy old woman’s explanation, he still wouldn’t have known why his cultivation was gone. This made him very wary.

 

It was no wonder that when they were in the Waning Moon Sect back then, the crazy old woman could go against Dark Concentrate.

 

When Song Yu saw that, he could hardly conceal his excitement and his gaze was fervent. Having read some ancient books, he was aware that this was an incredible technique from the Heaven Restriction Sect. It could even take away Heaven and Earth, let alone others’ cultivation.

 

This verified his speculation that the crazy old woman was the only surviving Disciple of the Heaven Restriction Sect.

 

“Your background is a little special. I couldn’t take away your cultivation. It seems that you have a lot of secrets.” The crazy old woman studied the white-clothed woman as though trying to figure out her background.

 

Upon hearing that, Gu Xianer and the others were shocked before turning to look at the white-clothed woman. In that case, her cultivation had never disappeared during this period.

 

The white-clothed woman was still calm and collected. She shook her head and said, “I’m just someone who has suffered from amnesia. There isn’t a need for you to look into my background.”

 

The crazy old woman nodded and fell silent.

 

If the white-clothed woman were ill-intentioned, she would not have followed Gu Xianer and the others for such a long time.

 

“I saw a shadow of my past self in you, and you didn’t disappoint me. Getting rid of the past and fortifying one’s Dao Heart is what every cultivator has to do. There’s no need for you to feel anxious or lost.” The crazy old woman then glanced at Gu Xianer with a gentle gaze. As a Senior, she was generous with complimenting a Junior like her.

 

“Many thanks for the compliment, Senior.” Gu Xianer was surprised. She did not expect the crazy old woman to think so highly of her.

 

When they were in the Waning Moon Sect back then, she rarely came into contact with this Senior.

 

Back then, the crazy old woman saved her from an ancient ferocious beast and brought her to the Waning Moon Sect. Then, it could be said that they never came into contact with one another again.

 

Later, she relied on this Senior’s authority to gradually gain a footing in the Waning Moon Sect.

 

This time, a calamity struck the Waning Moon Sect. If not for the fact that the crazy old woman had saved their lives, all of them would have died.

 

It could be said that she owed the Senior so many favours that it was impossible for her to repay everything in her lifetime.

 

“I don’t have much time left to stay clear-headed. The Heavenly Restriction Technique is a forbidden technique that isn’t acknowledged by the Heavenly Dao. It’ll easily attract Boundless Karma. However, I can tell that you’re different. I can’t even see through your past and future. There’s someone terrifyingly strong behind you…”

 

The crazy old woman shook her head and stopped speaking as though she was wary of something. Then, she abruptly extended her shrivelled hand and grabbed Gu Xianer’s shoulder.

 

As she waved her sleeve, a vague Spacetime portal appeared and she entered it. A shocked Gu Xianer still could not come to her senses when she disappeared along with the crazy old woman.

 

The people of the Waning Moon Sect watched everything in shock.

 

Many soon snapped back to reality and realised the crazy old woman’s intention. It seemed that she intended to teach Gu Xianer the technique. It was understandable that she needed a secluded space to prevent others from learning her technique as well.

 

Nevertheless, they did not even know what the Heavenly Restriction Technique was, for they had never heard of it. That said, the name alone made them realise it was a Forbidden Technique. After all, no ordinary person would dare to name a technique like this.

 

Other than the Heavenslayers Alliance Leader, anyone in the Boundless Expanse remotely related to the word ‘Heaven’ had to be cautious to prevent inviting trouble and suffering from a backlash.

 

[Damn it…] Song Yu’s expression was gloomy. He could hardly conceal his jealousy as he clenched his fists under his sleeves. His veins were conspicuous.

 

He had concealed his identity and waited in the Waning Moon Sect for many years to get the Heaven Restriction Sect’s inheritance. But now, Gu Xianer could easily acquire it. He was naturally displeased with that.

 

“Young Master, don’t let your state of mind descend into chaos. We can come up with a plan to get our hands on the Heaven Restriction Sect’s inheritance in the future. There’s no need to hurry.” At the most critical moment, Uncle Lan spoke to Song Yu in his mind so that the latter would stay calm.

 

Song Yu stared fixedly in the direction Gu Xianer had disappeared while feeling vexed.

 

Gu Xianer came from the Heavenslayers Alliance. According to Uncle Lan, there was a truly horrifying being backing her.

 

Now, she also acquired the Heaven Restriction Sect’s inheritance. How was he supposed to get his hands on it now? It was not like he could snatch it from her.

 

Only an hour had passed from the moment the crazy old woman took Gu Xianer away to the time when she sent her back. No one knew what had happened during the one hour.

 

When Gu Xianer returned, she was still in a dazed state. She was contemplating what she had just learned.

 

The crazy old woman disappeared right after she sent Gu Xianer back. She did not follow the people of the Waning Moon Sect. No one knew where she went.

 

Although the people of the Waning Moon Sect were curious about what the crazy old woman had taught Gu Xianer, they were tactful enough not to ask any questions.

 

It was not until hours later that Gu Xianer came to her senses, but she did not seem happy.

 

She did not know many of the Heaven Restriction Sect’s secrets, for the crazy old woman did not tell her everything in detail. The Senior only said that it was a Force that was not welcomed by anyone in the Boundless Expanse, that it should not have existed.

 

The moment it was born, it was preordained that the Sect would eventually be destroyed. What was more, they would attract plenty of negative karma and disasters.

 

It was destined that the Disciples of the Heaven Restriction Sect would end up in a horrible state.

 

She was the last Disciple of the Heaven Restriction Sect. It was for this reason that she was always muddle-headed, difficult for her to stay clear-headed.

 

This was a fate she could not escape from as a Disciple of the Heaven Restriction Sect.

 

The crazy old woman did not force Gu Xianer to join the Heaven Restriction Sect. She only told her to make her own decision.

 

Gu Xianer had seen how powerful the Heaven Restriction Sect’s inheritance was. However, by looking at the crazy old woman, she could also tell that there was a huge price to pay.

 

Nevertheless, she did not consider it for long. She soon agreed to the crazy old woman’s request and acquired the Heaven Restriction Sect’s inheritance.

 

She was not an indecisive person. She craved for more power. Now that the chance was right before her eyes, she naturally would not let it slip away.

 

As for the karma, taboo, and negative fortunes that the crazy old woman had talked about, Gu Xianer did not take it seriously. She believed in her own strength.

 

When one was powerful enough, they could overall all the karma, taboo, and bad luck.

 

The crazy old woman appreciated Gu Xianer’s determination.

 

Later, the crazy old woman passed on the Heaven Restriction Sect’s inheritance to Gu Xianer.

 

Most of the Heaven Restriction Sect’s inheritance was insignificant. The most important thing was the Nine Heavenly Prohibitions.

 

Just like its name, there were a total of nine moves, and every move corresponded to one prohibition.

 

Only when she ascended to the Dao Realm and got through the First Decay Tribulation could she use the first prohibition.

 

Then, she would need to get through the next Decay Tribulation to use the next prohibition, and so on.

 

In other words, if she wanted to use the ninth prohibition of the Nine Heavenly Prohibitions, she would have to get through her Ninth Decay Tribulation and reach the Last Stage.

 

It was Gu Xianer’s first time learning about such a technique that was so difficult to use.

 

If one was not fortunate enough to be able to ascend to the Dao Realm, she would not have a right to use the Nine Heavenly Prohibitions even if she had learned it.

 

After the crazy old woman passed on the Nine Heavenly Prohibitions to Gu Xianer, she also gave her a heads-up.

 

The technique was dominating. Once she used it, there was no turning back. She should not forcefully use it before reaching the corresponding level. Otherwise, her attempt would fail and she would suffer from a horrifying backlash.

 

As for what the consequences were, the crazy old woman did not go into detail. Gu Xianer could form some speculation just by looking at her solemn expression.

 

The Nine Heavenly Prohibitions was a Forbidden Technique. She best not use it if there was not a need. This was the last warning the crazy old woman gave to her.

 

After she finished speaking, she sent Gu Xianer back and disappeared.

 

“What should we do next? Even though dark beings have signed a peace treaty with the Righteous Alliance, it doesn’t mean they won’t make a move against ordinary living beings. It’s still dangerous. It’s funny to think that even though the Boundless Expanse is so vast, there isn’t a safe place for us.”

 

The sigh of a Waning Moon Sect’s Elder made Gu Xianer snap back to reality. She frowned and started considering their situation.

 

The others from the Waning Moon Sect also started pondering what they should do next. Although some people of the Waning Moon Sect had survived, it could be said that the Sect had been annihilated.

 

It was not like they could return to the Waning Moon Sect. What would be awaiting them there? At the thought of this, all of them fell silent.

 

Just then, Song Yu suddenly recalled something and stepped forward. He said solemnly, “Elders, do you know of the Nine Heavens?”

 

The people of the Waning Moon Sect were startled upon hearing that. When those Elders came to their senses, their expressions changed drastically. It seemed that they were flabbergasted.

 

Gu Xianer, who was considering whether she should tell everyone to head to the Heavenslayers Alliance, was shocked as well.

 

She had learned of the place named the Nine Heavens when she was still in the Prosperous Dao True World.

 

When enemies came to attack them, someone had invited Dao Realm experts from the Nine Heavens to help.

 

For most living beings in the universe, they had heard of the place called the Nine Heavens. It was said that the place was where Immortality originated from. It was also where the Immortal Dao was born.

 

“Do you want us to head to the Nine Heavens, Song Yu?”

 

“But, the Nine Heavens is elusive and mysterious. Even supreme experts are unable to find the Nine Heavens without an insider leading the way for them.”

 

“It’ll be great if we can find the Nine Heavens. It’s said that there are no conflicts there and it’s unaffected by anything. Even when the Great Purge comes, they’ll still be safe.”

 

“It’s said that the Radiant Yang True World and the Ephemeral Yin True World have some connections with the Nine Heavens. Unfortunately, they’re part of the Righteous Alliance now. Otherwise, we can ask them about how we can find the Nine Heavens.”

 

The Elders of the Waning Moon Sect looked at Song Yu and spoke fervently. It was apparent that they had been longing for the Nine Heavens for a long time.

 

Song Yu decided not to hide anything from them. “To be honest with you, I accidentally entered a Spacetime Rift when I was a child. Then, an old turtle saved me and carried me to navigate through a long river in a boundless universe. It eventually sent me to a vast land. I had lived in that land for many years. Although it’s difficult for me to return to that land, there is still a chance to return…”

 

Although he did not say the land was the legendary Nine Heavens, everyone could tell what he meant.

 

No one expected Song Yu to have come across such a rare opportunity before. Not only did he accidentally enter the Nine Heavens, but he also lived there for many years.

 

Before this, Song Yu had never brought it up to anyone.

 

“Song Yu, it’ll be great if you can find the path to the Nine Heavens…” said an Elder cheerfully.

 

The other Elders nodded with a sense of longing on their faces.

 

Gu Xianer coldly watched everything. She did not entirely believe Song Yu’s words. However, since he dared to say such a thing, it was likely that he knew how to locate the Nine Heavens.

 

Considering their current situation, it would be pointless for her to persuade them to head to the Heavenslayers Alliance.

 

Although the Heavenslayers Alliance had also sent many powerful cultivators to lead their soldiers and go against the dark beings, their actions were vastly different from those of the Righteous Alliance.

 

Nevertheless, the Heavenslayers Alliance already had a bad reputation. It was not much better than the Righteous Alliance.

 

Unless they did not have a choice, the people of the Waning Moon Sect would not choose to side with the Heavenslayers Alliance.

 

Gu Xianer glanced at Lan Xin and asked gently, “Senior Sister Lan Xin, I’d like to head to the Heavenslayers Alliance. Will you come with me?”

 

She had done her best by staying with the people of the Waning Moon Sect until the very end. As for what decision they would make and where they were going next, it had nothing to do with her.

 

The only one she was concerned about was Lan Xin, this Senior Sister who had taken good care of her when they were in the Waning Moon Sect.

 

“Huh? You’re going to the Heavenslayers Alliance, Xianer?” Lan Xin was startled when she heard that. She suspected that she might have misheard her.

 

Gu Xianer nodded.

 

The Elders and Disciples of the Waning Moon Sect looked at her in shock, wondering why she even said such a thing at this point.

 

Just then, an Elder persuaded her by saying, “Xianer, why do you want to head to the Heavenslayers Alliance? Isn’t it a better option to follow us and look for the Nine Heavens? We don’t know how far away the Heavenslayers Alliance is, and the journey is full of danger. Considering how strong you are, it’ll be difficult for you to reach the Heavenslayers Alliance. Moreover, the Heavenslayers Alliance is mysterious and dangerous. You’d best not go there unless you don’t have a choice. No one knows what you’ll come across there.”

 

“That’s right, Xianer. Why do you want to go to the Heavenslayers Alliance all of a sudden? Is it because of the crazy old woman?” Lan Xin asked with puzzlement.

 

Gu Xianer shook her head. “No. I just want to see an old friend.”

 

…

 

“That aura has completely disappeared. I didn’t expect a being like her would make an appearance now of all times. Unfortunately, she isn’t exactly lucid.”

 

On a boundless desert stood an ancient city that had collapsed.

 

A slender figure clad in green clothes stood atop the city wall with her hands behind her back. There was no emotion on her face. She seemed to be muttering to herself.