Chapter 193: Eight Demon Pillars
“Umm, I’ve always taken an interest in Ascension Pills from the moment I learned about them. Back when I lived in Yellow Qilin, you should know that I was assessed with grade one aptitude. Maybe that’s why I’ve always longed for them,” Li Lang said. “That’s why I want to learn how to refine Ascension Pills. I want to help those who were like me, talentless, but still desired to become a cultivator.”
“I see. You should know that those who take Ascension Pills don’t become like normal cultivators, right?” Sima Yueling asked.
Li Lang nodded.
“Yes, I’ve heard. Even then, it’s better than languishing as mortals their entire lives.”
“But they can simply practice demonic techniques. As long as they have enough determination, it is the better alternative.”
“That—as the leader of Nightmoon Valley, you should know what people living under the righteous sects think of demonic cultivation. I want to help those people too. Plus, even in the Luminescent Domain, numerous people give up due to the lack of resources.”
The clean-shaven man furrowed his brows as he stared down at his desk.
“You want to help those in the righteous sects’ territories?”
His tone made Li Lang realize he may have blundered. He was spewing words to the leader of one faction about helping those under the opposing faction. His mind raced to find a way to justify his words.
“Umm—yes. Maybe then, people of different character will start joining the ranks of the orthodox sects. It is my hope that will change their ways for the better. After all, I believe they are currently so—rotten because most orthodox cultivators believe themselves to be the chosen ones. Those who weren’t born with a silver spoon in their mouths should have better dispositions.”
Sima Yueling didn’t say anything. He fell completely silent with a thoughtful look. It was apparent he was dwelling on Li Lang’s words. After a few minutes, he finally shifted his gaze back to the young man before him.
“While there are some truths to your words, just handing out Ascension Pills around their territory will do nothing. Even if the sects don’t take action to line their own pockets, the cultivators who broke through using the pills won’t be able to stand on equal footing with the others. Their combat ability would be non-existent.”