Chapter 927: Chapter 927: Return to the Homeland Chapter 927: Chapter 927: Return to the Homeland Having dealt with those trifles, Greg Jensen took the opportunity amid his busy schedule to focus on his cultivation.

The emergence of Beast Kings everywhere made him feel more urgency.

He had to reach the Nascent Soul Stage as soon as possible, only then would he have the confidence to battle the Creation God Tree.

However, breaking through to the Nascent Soul Stage seemed simple in theory, but Greg found it somewhat elusive.

The “Harmony Union Scripture” did indeed record the cultivation techniques of the Nascent Soul Stage, but breaking through wasn’t something achievable just through meditation and practice alone.

The Nascent Soul primarily required enlightenment, and only with understanding could one possibly break through.

After arranging the defenses for the Eight countries in Southeast, Greg planned to return to his home country to visit the women of his household and also make a trip to the Hidden Gate.

The Hidden Gate had a long history, and although it had declined, the records and notes stored inside were of great help to Greg in his breakthrough to the Nascent Soul.

In addition, with the great era of strife approaching, the rules of the Hidden Gate also needed to change.

Having sorted things out at the Dragon King’s Palace, Greg took a golden eagle and returned to China.

Before he left, he left the Saber-toothed Tiger King behind.

In case a powerful Beast King appeared in the Eight countries in Southeast, having the Tiger King there could also hold them off for a while.

Greg still rode the golden eagle back to the country, as using a mount was far more comfortable than flying on a sword himself. After all, as long as he gave them directions, they knew where to go.

Moreover, the golden eagle was extremely fast, and in less than half a day’s time, he had returned to the domestic front.

Greg first went back to the capital city. Liliana Grey was still living in that small quad, her eyes brimming with delight and warmth when she saw Greg.

The two spent half a day in warm affection, and then he visited a few friends.

Long before Greg had reached Foundation Establishment, he had already taught the simplified cultivation techniques to a few women and friends.

Now, they all practiced with decent skill, and although they weren’t great experts, they were much stronger than ordinary people.

In this chaotic world, they could be considered to have some ability to stand on their own.

Greg’s son, Nathan Humphrey, had by now taken on a stance of his own, yet his expression always looked somewhat unpleasant when he saw Greg with his mother.

“Let’s each stick to our own titles, I call you ‘brother,’ and you can call me ‘dad.’
“Bugger off!”

Nathan waited for him with a dark expression on his face.

Greg laughed heartily and scattered a handful of elixirs, upon which Nathan immediately put on a smile.

Although he didn’t call him ‘dad,’ he did show a bit of closeness.

Watching his friends teasing and playing with each other, Greg felt much better.

Only when he was with this group could he truly relax completely.

The feeling was entirely different from when he was at the Dragon King’s Palace, much more relaxed and easy-going.

After spending a few days in the capital city, Greg hurriedly flew to the Hidden Gate, where he was greeted by Thomas Lampe and Duncan Kong.

The two old chaps’ bodies had ceased developing and they could not cultivate proper cultivation techniques, relying instead on the Hidden Gate’s records to grope their way through.

Having the talent to become a Grandmaster, with years of discussion, they indeed found an alternative path suited for them.

Now both were close to Foundation Establishment and had made some accomplishments within the Hidden Gate.

“Boss!”

Trey Holmes had already grown into an older woman, but under the effects of the Youth-preserving Pill, her appearance hadn’t changed much, only growing plumper and more dignified, developing a Sect Leader’s aura and looking quite regal.

However, her way of addressing Greg remained unchanged, which he found endearing.

“Let’s go inside and talk.”

“Alright.”

Knowing that Greg was coming, people from various sects had already been waiting for a long time.

Upon entering, they promptly stood up and paid their respects to Greg, saying in unison:
“Greetings, Golden Core True Monarch.”

“Hmm, everyone please sit.”

Greg Jensen’s expression was indifferent as he sat down in the main seat and spoke in a clear voice, “This time, I’ll only discuss a few matters–pay attention.”

Upon hearing his words, everyone’s expressions became solemn.

Greg Jensen continued, “First, the Hidden Gate will fully open and step into the limelight.”

As soon as these words were spoken, the faces of all present changed.

Although they had already anticipated that Greg Jensen’s visit would certainly involve important matters,
no one expected the first issue to be so shocking, tantamount to breaking the established way of life of the Hidden Gate.

“True Monarch, if this happens, will the Hidden Gate still be Hidden Gate?”

“Yes, if we suddenly open up, I’m afraid…”

Greg Jensen waved his hand and said indifferently, “Times have changed. If we don’t absorb fresh blood, the Hidden Gate will soon decline.

Moreover, I can tell you responsibly that an era of great strife is coming–we are all fish in this pond.

Who can successfully reach shore will depend on how you all respond.”

Seeing Greg Jensen speak with such certainty, everyone instantly became grave.

Teresa Cotes couldn’t help but ask, “True Monarch, has something happened?”

“Yes, there’s something more formidable behind the Beast King,” he said solemnly. “If we don’t kill it, I’m afraid we’ll all die.”

Hiss!

Hearing his words, several people’s faces changed drastically.

Greg Jensen went on, “Of course, when it comes to disciples, quality is more important than quantity. Our resources are still very limited, so we can only select the best to cultivate.

Each family should temporarily recruit ten disciples. Don’t skimp on resources if they have good talent.

This time I’ve brought ten Foundation Building Pills with me. Disciples with good talent can get priority to take them.

Don’t worry if you don’t succeed in Foundation Establishment, there will be more Foundation Building Pills to come.”

The current Elixir Prescription for Foundation Building Pills was found by many elders from Healington and Pill Dawn Sect after diligent research for an alternative method.

Although the effect is slightly less, it’s advantageous because the materials are easier to find and the price is cheaper.

Upon hearing this, Teresa Cotes and the others were excited; it had been many years since they were able to refine Foundation Building Pills.

The elixir prescription for Foundation Building Pills was credited to Pill Dawn Sect, but they couldn’t refine it themselves; only Greg Jensen could.

The ancient Foundation Building Pills had long been used up, and many disciples had been stuck at the peak of Qi Refinement for a long time without any elixirs to progress.

Now, with these elixirs, the disciples could also fulfill their wishes and begin to attempt Foundation Establishment.

Ten elixirs might not seem like much, but given the current number of disciples in the Hidden Gate, it was completely sufficient.

“Thank you, True Monarch!”

“No need to thank me. Aren’t we in China’s cultivation world all one and the same? Why differentiate between each other?”

Greg Jensen smiled gently. Compared to the overt Dragon King’s Palace, the Hidden Gate was his true foundation.

Moreover, the potential for growth in the Hidden Gate was much higher, and its ceiling was much taller than the Dragon King’s Palace.

After the meeting, Greg Jensen stayed at the Hidden Gate for a few more days.

He first discussed formations with Cliff Simmons for half a day, then spent several days with Louisa Burley in tender affection.

Louisa Burley’s constitution was already unique, and with a continuous supply of elixirs, her progress was incredibly rapid.

In just a few short years, she had reached the Energy Refining Late Stage. With a bit more polishing, she was estimated to approach Foundation Establishment soon.

Greg Jensen privately gave her four Foundation Building Pills to use for her Foundation Establishment, and Louisa Burley was overjoyed.

Just as Greg Jensen was planning to take her on a trip outside, a beast tide suddenly erupted en masse.

The number of Beast Kings had almost doubled, and the number of low-level ferocious beasts at levels seven and eight was two or three times more than before.

While the countries suffered severe losses and their defensive lines became urgently compromised, Bear Country went so far as to directly call the Dragon King’s Palace; they were willing to discuss any conditions as long as Greg Jensen was willing to help.