Zhao Ya courteously declined Wang Tiancheng’s kindness.
He planned to use two Realm-Breaking Guides to advance to the Fifth Realm without letting more people know, so it was better to stay with Mo Qi.
After leaving the Golden Saber Institute, Zhao Ya returned home.
At this time, Shang Jingchuan also returned from the Capital Prefecture.
After listening to him describe the situation in the Capital Prefecture, Zhao Ya couldn’t help but sigh.
To see such an important position for maintaining the security of Yan Capital City fall into such neglect shows how far the Great Yan has deteriorated.
However, Zhao Ya did not voice these thoughts, to avoid further discouraging Shang Jingchuan.
He simply told Shang Jingchuan that he would be retreating for cultivation for a few days, and during this period, it was best to stay low-key and not rush to solve problems or conflicts, waiting until his return.
Shang Jingchuan naturally agreed.
Then Zhao Ya said to Shang Luoluo and Zui’Er, "You two should also not go out during this period. I’ve asked Senior Brother Wang from the Golden Saber Institute to protect you nearby, so the family is absolutely safe."
Zui’Er lifted her head, "Don’t worry, Ya, I’ve been practicing the martial arts you taught me, so with me here, I can definitely protect Luoluo."
Zhao Ya smiled and ruffled Zui’Er’s hair, "Alright, I’ll leave that to you."
"Don’t worry, Ya." Zui’Er looked very happy.
Shang Luoluo had some concerns and, after Zui’Er left, couldn’t help but ask, "Is it dangerous?"
"Not really, but considering so many people from the Four Seas Gang died, your father, as the Capital Prefect, should be safe, but we can’t be sure about you, so for safety’s sake...."
"I’m not talking about us; I’m talking about you." Shang Luoluo interrupted Zhao Ya.
"Me?"
Zhao Ya chuckled, "What danger could I have?"
"Then why can’t you retreat at home and need to hide outside? Is there a risk with this breakthrough?"
Zhao Ya fell silent.
He had long known he couldn’t hide it from Shang Luoluo, but he hadn’t expected her to catch on so quickly.
"It’s not really a risk; it’s just to ensure absolute safety."
Using two Realm-Breaking Guides to break through to the Fifth Realm is something even Mo Qi has no experience with.
Though he had tried to harmonize both Realm-Breaking Guides’ attributes as much as possible, a conflict might still occur.
This will directly increase the risk for Zhao Ya during the Fifth Realm advancement, potentially leading to uncontrollable phenomena.
Even though the likelihood is slim, Zhao Ya decided against retreating at home for safety.
Shang Luoluo gazed deeply at Zhao Ya but ultimately stopped pursuing the matter, only saying softly, "Then be careful in everything you do."
Zhao Ya laughed openly, "Alright!"
Without lingering, Zhao Ya didn’t even stay for dinner and left straight away.
Upon reaching the small courtyard, Mo Qi had already prepared everything.
"Are you ready?"
Zhao Ya nodded, took out two pieces of Black Flood Dragon Dried Meat, and ate them, adjusting his Qi Blood to peak state.
"Alright, then let’s begin."
Mo Qi picked up the two Realm-Breaking Guides and handed them to Zhao Ya.
Zhao Ya reached out and took them, swallowing them without hesitation, then sat on the meditation mat and started meditating with closed eyes.
Initially, Zhao Ya didn’t feel anything unusual, only a warm feeling in his abdomen.
But soon, this sensation disappeared, replaced by two currents, one cold and one hot, circulating within.
Then these two currents began to delve into the marrow, aiding Zhao Ya in removing the last bit of Polluted Evil Qi.
Zhao Ya knew this would be a long step, one where many people get stuck.
Yet, what is incredibly challenging for others is surprisingly straightforward for Zhao Ya.
Even without the help of the currents, Zhao Ya would need only a month or two to completely expel it.
Now, with the currents’ assistance, the speed was greatly accelerated.
Zhao Ya estimated that at this pace, it would take only a day or two to complete the goal.
So Zhao Ya wasn’t anxious, instead cleansing bit by bit with Ink-Wash Painting skills.
Mo Qi guarded nearby, seeing Zhao Ya’s calm expression without any anomalies, he heaved a sigh of relief.
Knowing that many cannot endure even the initial step.
Zhao Ya had already embarked on the first step; what followed was up to him.
At this moment, Rao Mingyue looked enviously at Zhao Ya, then said to Mo Qi, "Master, when can Young Hero Zhao break through to the Fifth Realm?"
"I don’t know. If the progress is fast, it could be done in one day; if slow, it might take three to five days," Mo Qi said, then glanced at Rao Mingyue.
"What? Jealous?"
"Yes, Young Hero Zhao isn’t much older than me, yet he’s already advancing to the Fifth Realm, while I’m still not even in the Second Realm. The gap is truly vast."
"Don’t compare with him. This guy’s talent is extraordinary even Beyond the World. Practice less with the zither, more with martial arts, and you’ll have your day."
Lately, Mo Qi had found Rao Mingyue to be a promising martial arts student, not only quick-witted and eager to learn but also incredibly hardworking.
Her only drawback is an excessive fondness for the zither, practicing it more than martial arts daily.
"Master."
"Hmm?"
"I think I should practice both the zither and martial arts," Rao Mingyue said earnestly.
Mo Qi found it slightly amusing, "Alright, suit yourself."
The next day.
Shang Jingchuan arrived early at the Capital Prefecture.
Today’s situation was much improved, with at least two guards posted outside.