Chapter 115: The Shattering of the Cloud Mountain Sect!

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Then, Qian Mo ordered another serving of grilled skewers and a creamy matcha drink for Yanran as a reward for breaking through to Dou Zhe.
“Is it tasty, Yanran?” Qian Mo asked, watching Yanran savor the food with oil smudged all over her mouth.
At this moment, Yanran held a skewer in her left hand and the matcha in her right, completely shedding any trace of a princess’s demeanor.
“Delicious!” Yanran nodded, her cheeks puffed as she chewed the meat skewer.
After everyone had eaten their fill, they rested on the spot for half an hour. Suddenly, Qian Mo spoke, “Yanran, you have mastered the first sword of the Wind Heaven Five Swords. Would you care to demonstrate it here?”
“Yes, Master. I want to see your cultivation results too,” Yun Yi, sitting on the grass, nodded in agreement.
“Alright, I understand,” Yanran nodded, leapt from the grass, and slowly lifted her hand. In it appeared a slender red and white long sword. Gracefully, she sprang up and swung the sword toward a huge boulder ahead, concentrating Dou Qi on the blade. She shouted, “Wind Heaven Five Swords, First Sword, Cloud-Breaking Slash!”
As Yanran performed the move, an unprecedentedly powerful Dou Qi gathered within the sword, steadily increasing until it formed an enormous energy blade along the sword’s length. Yanran smiled confidently, “Cloud-Breaking Slash!” she shouted again, and the massive blade struck the rock directly.
Bang! Bang! Bang!
The rock shattered completely.
“The first sword is truly formidable,” Yun Yi exclaimed in amazement.
“Though powerful, it does consume a great deal of energy, which is a drawback for Yanran right now,” Qian Mo said, looking at Yanran.
Indeed, since the Wind Heaven Five Swords is an earth-level technique with great power, wielding even the first sword, Cloud-Breaking Slash, demands a tremendous amount of Dou Qi or physical strength. After performing the move, Yanran’s face paled, sweat beaded on her forehead, and she struggled to stand, propping herself up by planting her sword into the ground.
Hearing Qian Mo, Yun Yi immediately rushed over and supported her, concern evident in her voice. “Yanran, how do you feel?”
Yanran shook her head weakly, saying, “Master, I feel utterly drained. My Dou Qi is depleted; it’s unbearable.”
Qian Mo smiled helplessly, lifted her gently, and laid her on the ground. “Don’t worry. This is just from overexertion and insufficient stamina. Since Wind Heaven Five Swords is an earth-level technique and Yanran is only a Dou Zhe, you can understand the strain.”
Relieved, Yun Yi said, “Husband, please help Yanran quickly.”
“Don’t worry,” Qian Mo replied, producing a small crystal vial. He twisted off the cap and poured the contents onto Yanran’s lips.
“Better now,” he said softly. A faint light glowed around Yanran, and her closed eyes fluttered open. She blinked adorably.
“Master, Master-Husband,” Yanran murmured upon awakening, seeing Qian Mo and Yun Yi.
“Yanran, how do you feel now?” Yun Yi asked.
“I feel great,” Yanran said, sitting up slightly.
“That’s good. But don’t try that lightly again,” Yun Yi warned.
“Yanran, don’t use Cloud-Breaking Slash unless absolutely necessary. Your cultivation is still low, and your Dou Qi and stamina can’t keep up, so you’ll end up like before. However, if your stamina improves, you can practice it regularly. Over time, you’ll adapt. Soon, go learn the Tianyun Divine Art from Yun Tian. It helps regulate Dou Qi flow and build internal endurance. Follow the teachings carefully, and if you have questions, come find me.”
The Tianyun Divine Art serves to nurture and restore for low-level practitioners, while those more advanced can unleash devastating power. Initially focusing on regulation, it gradually progresses to studying Dou Techniques and Dou Methods, and in the late stages, it can obliterate entire nations. The truly powerful can even shatter the void.
Eventually, newcomers to the Yunlan Sect who reach Dou Zhe will naturally unlock the Tianyun Divine Art in their minds, learning to nurture their bodies and spirits, enhancing constitution and endurance.
“Alright, Master-Husband, I’ll go now—I can’t wait! Farewell, Master, Master-Husband!” Yanran’s eyes sparkled as she dashed off to find Yun Tian.
“By the way, Husband, what if others try to infiltrate Yunlan Sect and steal the Tianyun Divine Art?” Yun Yi pondered, concerned for the sect’s security.
“No need to worry. No one can take the Tianyun Divine Art without my command. It has automatic defenses that incinerate enemies. If someone learns it and betrays Yunlan without my permission, their mind will be destroyed. So rest easy,” Qian Mo said with a sly smile.
Yun Yi was surprised by this measure, and her unease melted away.
“Nothing else matters. Lady, continue practicing your sword. Master the first path soon, and you will be stronger in battle,” Qian Mo encouraged, tapping his fingers thoughtfully.
“Hmm, what about you, Husband?” Yun Yi asked.
Qian Mo stroked his chin. “Me? I’m going to have a chat with your Master, Yun Shan.”
“But Master is in seclusion, breaking through to Dou Zong. We can’t disturb him; the consequences would be severe,” Yun Yi said with a serious expression.
“Silly girl, I know that well. Don’t worry. He won’t be as fragile as you imagine. In fact, he’ll break through to Dou Zong soon. Relax,” Qian Mo reassured her. He was not only going to see Yun Shan but also to deal with the Soul Hall’s people.
“What? Don’t trust me? After six months together, you still don’t know my abilities?” Qian Mo teased.
Yun Yi punched his shoulder in mock anger. “Look at you! Always joking around. Hurry up; I want to practice my sword. I’m ignoring you now.”
With that, Yun Yi walked away.
Qian Mo smiled and vanished into the valley.
Watching where he disappeared, Yun Yi sighed. “Ah, never mind. I’ll focus on my sword and master the first path quickly!” She immediately became serious.

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Within the Yunlan Sect, in a secret valley, there was a concealed inner chamber.
A young man in white appeared before the sect’s inner gate—it was Qian Mo. He glanced around. “The valley’s terrain is secluded, no sound beneath the cave, sheer cliffs in between, the room’s acoustics are tight. This is a perfect place for seclusion. But how could the Soul Hall’s new servants have found it? Must be careless.” He pondered silently.
Inside the secret chamber was a middle-aged man in purple with white hair, appearing about forty but with a youthful demeanor. This was Yun Shan, former sect leader of Yunlan Sect. He had been trying to break through from Dou Huang to Dou Zong, secluded here for nearly five years. Despite countless attempts, he had failed.
Today, once again, a sensation came over him. A resilient voice echoed in the chamber: “Break for me!”
“Haah! Ahh!”
Powerful Dou Qi erupted throughout the sword chamber, shaking the entire secret room.

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After more than ten minutes, Yun Shan suddenly slammed his fist onto the ground, shouting in frustration, “Why? Why? Why must I always fall short of breakthrough? Why!!!”
Crack—
The ground fractured under his furious blow, multiple cracks spreading around. It was clear these five years had been torment for Yun Shan.
“Your heart is restless, your Qi unstable, your mind agitated. You’re too impatient. Difficult, so difficult! Heaven plays, earth laughs, but I watch.” Qian Mo’s voice appeared inside the chamber as he paced calmly.
The angry Yun Shan heard the voice besides his own and snapped to attention. “Hm?” He turned sharply, eyes serious and hostile, asking, “Who are you? How did you get in here? Why are you here? What’s your purpose? You’re not from Yunlan Sect, are you? Who are you?!”
A barrage of questions poured from Yun Shan’s mouth, probing.
Qian Mo was momentarily stunned, then replied helplessly, “Are you an old man full of questions? Why so many?” Seeing Yun Shan’s expression, he waved his hand. “Don’t look at me like that. If I wanted to harm you, I would have already acted—why wait for you to react? You’ve been Yunlan Sect’s leader for years; surely you know that much.”
Upon hearing this and sensing no danger from Qian Mo, Yun Shan relaxed and sat down, though still wary. A silent intruder was suspicious. He asked, “So what is your purpose? And who exactly are you?” He remained unconvinced this man was from Yunlan Sect.
“Me? Who am I?” Qian Mo pointed at Yun Shan.
“How should I know who you are?!” Yun Shan snapped, irritated.
“Calm down, calm down. I’m a man with a system! I traverse all worlds and realms!” Qian Mo stood tall, chanting loudly, “I am the Dou Emperor! I am the Dou Emperor!! The strongest being on the Dou Qi continent!”
He cleared his throat. “Now do you know who I am?”
“...”
Yun Shan was speechless, shaking his head with a furrowed brow. “Sir, your tone is rather arrogant. Dou Emperor? Strongest? Do you take me for a child?”
Qian Mo frowned. “You brat, how dare you talk back? Dare to question me?!”
Suddenly, Yun Shan’s pupils shrank sharply as he felt all his strength vanish, his Dou Qi suppressed utterly. Unable to resist the pressure, he collapsed face-first onto the ground.
Without notice, a chair appeared behind Qian Mo, who sat down casually, rocking slightly. If Yun Yi knew how her master was being treated, she’d surely scold him to death!
“Yun Shan, you cannot even withstand a single glance from me. You are as defenseless as a newborn in my hands!” Qian Mo said, then withdrew his aura. Yun Shan’s heart pounded with panic, his face pale, gasping for breath.
“Yun Shan, do you still doubt my power?” Qian Mo demanded.
“Ah, no, no! I no longer dare,” Yun Shan stammered, shaking his head. “I was wrong to speak so arrogantly before. I am truly ashamed.”
“Good, admitting mistakes is commendable,” Qian Mo said, adopting a lofty demeanor as he lightly pointed at Yun Shan.
“Well then, may I ask...” Yun Shan began.
“I am the one who can help you break through Dou Zong!” Qian Mo declared.
“Dou Zong! Wonderful! What conditions do you require?” Yun Shan was no fool; he knew there was no such thing as a free lunch.
Qian Mo said, “There is a condition. After you break through to Dou Zong, you must stay here for a while.” He needed Yun Shan to lure the Soul Hall’s agents.
“Why must I stay?” Yun Shan asked, confused.
“When the Soul Hall’s people come to assist your breakthrough and attempt to control you, you will pretend you haven’t broken through. I will catch them, then you can leave,” Qian Mo explained, making a counting gesture.
“How long must I wait?” Yun Shan inquired.
Qian Mo twirled his fingers. “I don’t know. Until the Soul Hall arrives. When they do, talk to them and buy time. I have set a net here. Once they act, show your strength as a Dou Zong to delay them. They usually use soul-type attacks; I will appear then. If you agree, I’ll help you break through. If not, figure it out yourself.”
“I see. Of course I will cooperate. The Soul Hall must be destroyed! As a righteous man, it is my duty!” Yun Shan stood up, resolute and serious.
Qian Mo internally groaned. “This old man is quite the actor. You’re old enough to have some dignity.”
Yun Yi’s master isn’t exactly reliable—a total trickster!
Qian Mo produced a blue pill and tossed it to Yun Shan. “Here, this is the Breakthrough Pill. Eat it, and you’ll break through to Dou—Zong.”
Yun Shan gratefully held the pill. “The legendary Breakthrough Pill! Sir, you are now my elder!”
Qian Mo laughed heartily, “Good, good, Brother Yun Shan. Take it and complete your ascension! Finish the task I assigned you!”
“Yes, Brother!” Yun Shan swallowed the pill and sat cross-legged. A clear Dou Qi began to radiate from his body.
At first, Yun Shan felt a strange mix of cold and heat surging within him—fire and ice in chaos. He gritted his teeth, pain etched on his face.
Though excruciating, the thought of breaking through to Dou Zong lessened his suffering. His expression softened somewhat.
“Steady your mind, don’t panic, feel the transformation of Qi, and your comprehension will soar!” Qian Mo’s voice echoed in Yun Shan’s ears.
Qian Mo wanted to say “immediate surge,” but chose “comprehension” to sound profound.
Following the advice, Yun Shan calmed himself and began circulating his Qi. A faint but distinct glow flashed—now was the moment!
He poured all his Dou Qi into a single surge.
“Ha!” His face tensed, muscles twitched, veins bulged as he shouted.
Qian Mo smirked, “It’s done, or Yun Shan eats dirt!”
Like a cold blade flashing first, a dragon-like spear thrust forth!
A purple light filled the chamber, shaking it violently.
Rumble—
The tremor affected not only the chamber but the Yunlan Sect’s main gate outside.

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At the Yunlan Sect’s main gate, cultivators and elders training were startled by the sudden tremor.
The elders practicing the Tianyun Divine Art halted, alarmed. “What’s happening? Why such a strong vibration?!”
At that moment, Yun Yi flew in.
The elders bowed. “Sect Leader, what has happened here? Why is there such a tremor?”
“I don’t know either. It might be related to my husband and Master,” Yun Yi said, frowning.
“Husband? Patriarch! Could the Patriarch be breaking through to Dou Zong? This is good news!” Elder Yun Tian exclaimed.
Yun Yi shook her head lightly. “It’s not certain yet. You should calm the disciples first and prevent panic.”
“Yes, Sect Leader.” Four elders went to soothe the frightened disciples.
After giving instructions, Yun Yi gazed toward the valley, murmuring, “Has Master truly broken through to Dou Zong? If so, Yunlan Sect gains another stronghold.”
Minutes later, the tremor ceased. Everyone sighed in relief, but the elders wondered if he had failed.

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Inside the chamber, the purple aura soared, enveloping Yun Shan’s body.
After more than ten minutes, the aura gradually faded, but Yun Shan’s energy grew stronger—now the presence of a Dou Zong.
“Congratulations, brother! I’m truly happy for you!” Qian Mo clapped and laughed, fully embracing the role of elder brother.
Feeling the changes in his body, Yun Shan stood and bowed respectfully. “Breaking through to Dou Zong is thanks to you. I will fulfill the task you assigned.”
“Good, then I’ll take my leave,” Qian Mo said.
“Farewell, elder brother!”
Qian Mo left the chamber.
“Ha, he really is a god—comes and goes at will, so easy,” Yun Shan mused, his expression growing serious. “But those Soul Hall people aren’t good. Since you dared come, then you shall have no return!”
He unleashed a fierce aura.

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Outside, Qian Mo breathed fresh air, relieved to leave the stale secret chamber. He wondered how cultivators could endure years of seclusion in such air.
“If my guess is right, within a month the Soul Hall’s new arrivals will come to Yun Shan. That will be the start of the plan to annihilate the Soul Hall,” Qian Mo smiled slyly.
He flew deeper into the valley. Having stayed half a year plus the wait for the Soul Hall, he was bored and ready to have some fun. After the Soul Hall matter, the true story would begin in a year, though he had already altered much. What would happen next was unknown even to him.
Qian Mo intended to completely rewrite the Dou Po world’s narrative. Due to the butterfly effect, some events would accelerate.
He suddenly remembered he hadn’t seen Xiao Yixian in a long time and immediately entered a barrier. “Long time no see, little one. You must be mad at me.”
Inside the barrier, Qian Mo approached a valley where Xiao Yixian and Qing Lin resided.
Qing Lin had become close to Xiao Yixian shortly after arriving, even becoming sisters.
They lived happily, enjoying their days.
Just then, Qian Mo walked in. “You two are having a good time.”
Xiao Yixian snorted angrily. “You finally come to see me? It’s been so long! If Qing Lin wasn’t here, I would have been bored stiff!”
“Brother!” Qing Lin’s eyes lit up at Qian Mo’s arrival, though she pouted, “Why are you only visiting now? Have you forgotten us?”
Embarrassed, Qian Mo scratched his nose, thinking he had indeed forgotten them. He feigned seriousness. “Brother’s here now. Show me how much you’ve improved!”
He was surprised to find Xiao Yixian had reached five-star Dou Huang, while Qing Lin had attained early Dou Huang level. He nodded with satisfaction. “Good, you’ve made me proud.”
A soul figure flickered by—Meng Lao, a younger disciple who had long protected Xiao Yixian.
“Master,” the elder said quietly.
Qian Mo responded, “I didn’t expect Meng Lao’s cultivation is nearing Dou Zun. Congratulations.”
“It’s all thanks to the Master,” Meng Lao said respectfully.
“Good. Keep training here and strive to break through Dou Zong soon. Then you can go have fun,” Qian Mo laughed.
“Yes, we will. To go out and play, we must break through Dou Zong early!” Xiao Yixian and Qing Lin declared.
Inside the barrier, one year passed while outside only one day elapsed. Six months had passed, which equated to over a hundred years inside. Their lifespans were calculated by outside time.
This time-space was truly a wonderful place.
Qian Mo waved his hand. “Alright, continue your training and aim to come out soon. I’ll leave now.”
“Farewell, Master,” Meng Lao said.
Qian Mo planned to wait until they reached Dou Zong before recruiting them into the Reincarnation Hall, so their foundation would be stronger and less arduous.