Counterattack System appeared when I m already At The Mahayana Realm - Chapter 153

Chapter 153: Chapter 152: Jiang Li’s Candidate

Translator: 549690339

The Past and Present Sword I sought in the River of Time was left in a wooden box by the ancestors of the Ji family, who left a message advising me not to look for it.

The identity of our ancestor, Emperor Shun of the Ji family, is self-evident – he is the Past and Present Sword.

Jiang Li speculated that it must have been at the Immortal Artifact Appreciation Conference that the Past and Present Sword, was thrown by him into the River of Time, underwent some unknown change, returned to the past, and became the ancestor of the Ji family.

“I remember you said the Past and Present Sword was something your ancestors left behind during their ascension, crafted with supreme Mana, didn’t you?”

“Yes.” Ji Zhi was puzzled about why Jiang Li brought it up all of a sudden.

So, am I refining myself? Jiang Li wondered to himself.

Moreover, from the note, it seemed like he would enter the River of Time in the future and search for the Past and Present Sword, otherwise, there would be no need for his ancestors to be so alarmed.

“Do you think it’s possible for me to enter the River of Time?”

Ji Zhi evaluated Jiang Li from top to bottom, “Wait until I reach the

Transcendence Tribulation Stage, then I can take you into the River of Time.”

..Depending on you, I might as well depend on your daughter. But what is the River of Time like, are there only fish like your ancestors?”

“The River of Time, is literally a river made up of time, where the upstream is the past, the downstream is the future, and every droplet in the river represents a period of time, which, when gathered together, forms a river.”

“Our ancestor once said that all the time of the Ten Thousand Realms is manifested in the River of Time. The River of Time is not a place in any one world but exists above all worlds. Therefore, the Way of Time is the most special ‘Way’ among all.”

Ji Zhi added an explanation, “You see, there is no Spatial River for the Way of

Space, no Cause and Effect River for the Way of Cause and Effect, and no Dream River for the Dream Path.”

“There are fish in the River of Time, and only fish. Our ancestor is one of them. However, they are just fish, without consciousness. The only difference between them and the fish in rivers, lakes, and seas is that they live in the River of Time, and I don’t know how our ancestor gained consciousness.”

That puzzled Ji Zhi. Logically, the ancestor should know, but there wasn’t a single record in the notes he left behind, as if he was deliberately avoiding it.

It must be the Yin Yang Heaven Seal that enlightened your ancestor, Jiang Li thought to himself.

“What exactly did the note in the box say? Did it tell you a way to enter the River of Time?” Ji Zhi was most curious about this right now.

“It didn’t say.” Jiang Li gave a simple and direct response.

“I see.” Ji Zhi was somewhat disappointed. He had thought he would find an extraordinary method to break the norm and get into the River of Time.

However, he soon thought of something else, “So you’re free now. How about doing me a favor?”

“What is it?”

“I plan to promote the bonding between cultivators and Spiritual Treasures by organizing a grand event open to all of Jiuzhou, restricted to those at or below the Nascent Soul Stage. I also want to invite all major powers to attend. Attendees can bring along their Spiritual Treasures, but the Treasure’s power cannot surpass its master’s level.”

Ji Zhi’s regulation made sense. Otherwise, a Golden Core cultivator with an intelligent Daoist tool could sweep the whole event. That wouldn’t test the bond between the cultivator and the Spiritual Treasure but rather who had the more powerful Spiritual Treasure, putting the cart before the horse.

“So, what do you want me to do? Participate in the competition?”

“…I can’t believe you’d say something like that. Of course, I want you to publicly support the event to lend it more authority and credibility.”

After a moment of consideration, Jiang Li agreed. To his knowledge, this event is the largest one in Jiuzhou focusing on Spiritual Treasures at the moment.

Other empires might have similar ideas but haven’t held any such events. Zhou’s hosting was for the other empires to reference and for the cultivators to indicate their intentions.

His public support would signify the Imperial Palace’s stance, increasing its influence.

Now that the Spiritual Treasure Law and the Spiritual Treasure Contract are showing initial results, the combat power of each cultivator is higher by 20% on average than before. If they can form deep connections with their treasures, they can bring out even higher combat power. All cultivators are now actively exploring how to better cooperate with their Spiritual Treasures.

Zhou Empire’s event is timely under these circumstances, adding fuel to the fire in the cultivators’ hearts and making it burn more fervently.

One can imagine the number of never-before-seen fighting methods in combination with Spiritual Treasures that will be displayed at this event. “I have a few candidates I’d like to join the event, is that alright?”

The candidates chosen by Jiang Li are naturally the best of the best. Having these people participate in the event will only add more gold to its reputation and elevate its atmosphere. Ji Zhi has no reason to reject, “Of course.” With Ji Zhi’s approval, Jiang Li confidently went to find the candidates.

“You’re telling me to participate in the event?” Yu Yin’s mouth slightly opened, thinking she had misheard.

She hadn’t participated in any such competition for hundreds of years. As far as she remembered, these events were usually meant for middle to low-rank cultivators. Since when could a Transcendence Tribulation Stage cultivator like her participate?

Had they considered the feelings of other cultivators?

“Of course, Ji Zhi has already given me permission.” Jiang Li nodded and explained to Yu Yin, “You see, the aim of the event is to promote bonding between cultivators and Spiritual Treasures. When it comes to who has the highest level of bonding with their Spiritual Treasure, it’s undoubtedly you.”

“My master and I share a heart and soul, nobody can beat that!” The Ruyi Gourd under Yu Yin’s feet voiced its loyalty.

Yu Yin didn’t know what had prompted the Ruyi Gourd. After it gained consciousness, it frequently requested her to step on it.

It feels a bit perverse, doesn’t it? Yu Yin looked at the Ruyi Gourd with a touch of disgust, oblivious that her gaze excited the Ruyi Gourd even more.

“Tell me the truth.” Yu Yin and Jiang Li were old rivals; she knew he must have some other motive.

For a cultivator of her stature to participate in the event was like taking candy from a baby, which could easily stir up trouble. She imagined Ji Zhi’s expression would be quite interesting. But as a ruler, she had to consider her relationship with Zhou.

“In conjunction with the event, I have invited all the Transcendence Tribulation Stage cultivators to participate in the competition. Everyone else has agreed, leaving only you.”

Yu Yin’s eyes lit up, and she immediately agreed. Ji Zhi, who cared about Ji Zhi?

Since she ascended to the Transcendence Tribulation Stage, she had never crossed swords with other cultivators of the same stage. This was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and she definitely wanted to participate.

“Wasn’t it restricted to Nascent Soul Stage and below?”

“Simply suppress your stage down to the Nascent Soul Stage.”

“Old Bai, Zhou is organizing an event, and I plan to have all the Transcendence Tribulation Stage cultivators participate. Everyone else has agreed, leaving only you.”

“Sure, definitely going!”

“Sword Lord, how are you recovering? I’ve come up with an excuse for you to challenge Bai Hongtu. Zhou is organizing a competition, Bai Hongtu is participating, and you should too.”

Sword Lord’s gesture of ‘opening the sky with one sword’ showed his agreement.

“Li Er, everyone is participating. We’re just waiting for you.”

“Commander Liu…oh, you need to remain at the Imperial Palace, never mind.”

..Shouldn’t you, the Human Emperor, be the one to stay at the Imperial

Palace? Why do you make it sound like it’s my regular job?”