Chapter 279

    As Saintess Zixue took her seat, the cultivator Xu, with a warm smile, was about to initiate a friendly conversation. However, Saintess Zixue bypassed the pleasantries and spoke directly. Her gaze was fixed on Li Su, and her tone remained as cold as ever.

    “Li Su, do you know the lifespan of a Nascent Soul cultivator?” Saintess Zixue began with a question, skipping the usual formalities, possibly due to her long involvement in cultivation and her position as a Saintess of the Holy Land.

    Li Su met her gaze and replied honestly, “I don’t know.”

    Saintess Zixue explained, “A Nascent Soul cultivator can live up to ten thousand years. However, suppose their lifespan exceeds ten thousand years, and they continue practicing Nascent Soul. In that case, they will face a minor heavenly tribulation every thousand years and a major heavenly tribulation every three thousand years.”

    Li Su got this information and realized the significance of the situation. He questioned why there were theoretically no limits to the lifespan of Nascent Soul cultivators, yet very few had reached such extreme ages in practice.

    Saintess Zixue clarified, “After ten thousand years as a Nascent Soul cultivator, facing the major heavenly tribulation becomes increasingly challenging. By the time they reach the fifth major heavenly tribulation, its power will be more than twelve times that of the first one.”

    She added, “Only the Holy Land has the unique ability to help Nascent Soul cultivators enter this state without interference from the heavenly secrets.”

    Saintess Zixue’s intent was now clear, conveyed in a single breath.

    Nascent Soul and Unity Formation cultivators, who could enter a state of slumber, were certainly part of the heritage of the Holy Land. Her statement wasn’t entirely incorrect. Even if these cultivators spent many years without progressing, it didn’t necessarily mean they lacked talent. For example, Peak Master Dieyun, who might face her first major heavenly tribulation after three thousand years and the second after six thousand years, was now ten thousand years old. If she was still stuck at her bottleneck by the age of twenty-five thousand and had endured five major heavenly tribulations, she might have to enter a state of slumber. But could he call her mediocre? Her combat abilities were exceptional. She just had unfortunate luck. Think about it: in a Holy Land that had existed for countless years, how many Nascent Soul and Unity Formation cultivators could be in slumber? These cultivators weren’t incapable of moving around.

    Suppose a Nascent Soul peak cultivator disconnected from the heavenly secrets, sealed vital signs and entered a state of apparent death and slumber after the fifth major heavenly tribulation. In this case, they could remain active for around three thousand years before facing the sixth major heavenly tribulation. This seal should also suppress their lifespan extension. Otherwise, they risk facing heavenly tribulation upon awakening. This made it challenging for Nascent Soul cultivators to avoid major heavenly tribulations, as few could effectively suppress their lifespan growth.

    It was no wonder that only the Holy Land could achieve this. First-grade Immortal Sects might do it on a limited scale, but they likely obtain a few items from the Holy Land to enable Nascent Soul cultivators to seal themselves. Alternatively, they might choose the costly option of sending Nascent Soul cultivators to the Holy Land to enter a state of slumber, although the Holy Land may not always accept them.

    “Li Su, the Holy Land’s strength surpasses your imagination,” Saintess Zixue continued, “No First-Grade Immortal Sect can compare to the Holy Land. With your talent, joining the Holy Land is the best decision.” Her approach was very direct. After a brief introduction, she made a straightforward invitation. Such an approach might be effective for other talented individuals.

    Her presence alone represented a certain attitude, and the Holy Land behind her was a significant factor that many One-Grade Immortal Sect geniuses would consider. First-grade Immortal Sects indeed could not compare to the Holy Land. In the Holy Land, there was an abundance of resources, techniques, and mentors. It was a safe place for cultivation as long as he didn’t venture recklessly outside. ?А?o?ΒE?S@@@@