After an unknown period of time passed, Kong Xiang finally opened his eyes.
He was now back in the Deity Space.
The second-part Tribulation was over. He completed it successfully.
Kong Xiang examined his condition bit, noting that while he did not go through much external changes, his aura was now more sublimated. Also, he sensed something: it was very vague, but within reach.
"That should be my [Existence] imprint," Kong Xiang mused. Since he could sense it, it meant he could break through to the Primordial Stage if he wished and regain his cultivation base. However, he rejected the idea; if that was his original intention all along, he wouldn't have chosen to go through this longer route. He wanted to transcend that stage, not achieve it.
"Master Kong?" A voice suddenly echoed as the Golden Sea in the Deity Space parted, revealing Bolin who was exuding a strong aura.