Above White Jade Island,
Lin Yuan stood with hands behind his back, his expression calm.
Dozens of Divine Transformation Realm Sky Monarchs, led by White Bone Sky Monarch, all bowed respectfully.
"Please rise."
Lin Yuan was in a good mood.
He had just taken a stroll inside White Jade Island and found the environment quite suitable. It was an excellent starting point for spreading the martial path.
Using White Jade Island as the origin of martial arts was, at least in the initial stages, the best choice.
"Yes."
White Bone Sky Monarch and the other Divine Transformation Realm Sky Monarchs couldn't help but sigh in relief.
Compared to Lin Yuan's good mood, the shock in the hearts of these Divine Transformation Realm Sky Monarchs could only be described as earth-shattering.
Especially White Bone Sky Monarch, who led them. His heart surged with waves of shock.
Just when Lin Yuan said the four words 'Yes or no,' White Bone Sky Monarch had already prepared to make a move.
What a joke! White Jade Island was a once-in-thousands-of-years opportunity in the East Sea. Why should Lin Yuan, with just a statement like 'I am the master of White Jade Island,' be handed this precious island?
However, before White Bone Sky Monarch could act, he felt a pressure like an overwhelming flood.
In that instant, White Bone Sky Monarch seemed to return to the Foundation Establishment stage when he witnessed two Nascent Soul Stage True Immortals fighting.
The overwhelming pressure made White Bone Sky Monarch's mind tremble, and without hesitation, he chose to acknowledge Lin Yuan as the master of White Jade Island.
Because White Bone Sky Monarch realized that if he didn't do so, the consequences would be extremely dire. He might even face death.
Compared to his own life, what was White Jade Island?
White Bone Sky Monarch glanced at other pale-faced Divine Transformation Realm Sky Monarchs, knowing that they probably experienced a situation similar to his own.
"This mysterious powerhouse is not at the Divine Transformation Realm. He has at least touched the threshold of Refinement Void or maybe even reached the half-step Refinement Void Ancient Saint."
White Bone Sky Monarch felt helpless.
Advancing from Divine Transformation Realm to Refinement Void Realm involves traversing many major stages.
Reaching the pinnacle of the Divine Transformation Realm indicates reaching its extreme.
As for the half-step Refinement Void, it is still distant from the Refinement Void Realm and is the reason Refinement Void Ancient Saints are so rare in this realm.
Specifically,
After reaching the pinnacle of the Divine Transformation Realm, there are still three or four stages to go through.
These stages include touching the threshold of Refinement Void, stepping halfway into Refinement Void, stepping one foot into Refinement Void, and so on.
In the main world, the transition from the fifth to the sixth stage is similar, requiring soul integration and transformation.
Each additional transformation enhances strength.
When Lin Yuan's soul integration reached one hundred percent, his combat power reached the sixth stage threshold.
Of course,
This explanation is meaningless to the vast majority of cultivators.
In the eyes of Nascent Soul Stage True Immortals, reaching the pinnacle of the Divine Transformation Realm or stepping halfway into Refinement Void is almost the same.
And now,
For White Bone Sky Monarch, who keenly felt the pressure emanating from Lin Yuan, he believed Lin Yuan had at least the strength of a half-step Refinement Void Ancient Saint.
Otherwise, it would be impossible for him to feel such an irresistible pressure just from Lin Yuan's aura.
"Where there's a whip, there's a way."
Lin Yuan glanced at the dozens of Divine Transformation Realm Sky Monarchs who were trembling, unsure whether to stay or leave, and said lightly,
"As for the master of White Jade Island, we will take our leave now."
Dozens of Divine Transformation Realm Sky Monarchs scattered like rats running from a cat, bowing respectfully.
Lin Yuan watched as the many Divine Transformation Realm Sky Monarchs left without taking any action. With his strength, he could undoubtedly keep all of them here, but it would be meaningless.
The East Sea is vast, and though the cultivation environment is not as good as the Central Earth Divine Continent, it is not much inferior in terms of size. If Lin Yuan were to kill all the Divine Transformation Realm Sky Monarchs, the entire East Sea archipelago would undoubtedly fall into greater chaos. It would also attract the attention of the Daoist Immortal Sect, and the Blood Demon Sea and the Ghost Palace might take advantage of the situation to intervene in the East Sea.
For Lin Yuan, these Divine Transformation Realm Sky Monarchs in the East Sea, alive, wouldn't pose a threat. If they died, it would only make the situation more chaotic. That's why he didn't have the intention to kill them.
On the sea surface,
Countless East Sea loose cultivators watched as dozens of Sky Monarchs, who seemed like gods, discussed how to divide White Jade Island. Then, a figure walked out of White Jade Island, spoke a few words, and claimed to be the master of White Jade Island.
What was even more unbelievable was that White Bone Sky Monarch and other Sky Monarchs had no objections, directly bowing down in respect.
This was simply unbelievable.
Now, the group of Divine Transformation Realm cultivators led by White Bone Sky Monarch left White Jade Island without hesitation, as if the current White Jade Island was no longer a desirable place but a nightmare.
"What happened?"
"Why did the Sky Monarchs leave?"
"The person who came out of White Jade Island claims to be the master. Does that make him the master?"
Countless East Sea cultivators whispered to each other. This scene was too unimaginable. The Divine Transformation Realm Sky Monarchs, seemingly as powerful as gods, were so 'friendly'?
"I remember now. This person should be the mysterious powerhouse who destroyed the Black Veil Islands several years ago. I've been to the Black Veil Islands, and I still can't forget the sun True Fire aura that belonged to the sun."
"It turns out to be that powerful person."
"It shouldn't be. Didn't that powerful person say he was only at the Divine Transformation Realm? Why could he make White Bone Sky Monarch and other Sky Monarchs retreat?"
"It's simple. In the East Sea archipelago, strength is respected."
"White Bone Sky Monarch and others, at the same level of the Divine Transformation Realm, only dared to claim fifty percent of the core area of White Jade Island. This powerful person directly claimed the entire White Jade Island, indicating that his strength far exceeds the Divine Transformation Realm."
The multitude of East Sea cultivators speculated one after another, unraveling most of the situation.
Actually, it wasn't difficult to understand. Whether in the East Sea or the Central Earth Divine Continent, strength determined everything.
The retreat of White Bone Sky Monarch and the other Divine Transformation Realm cultivators seemed unimaginable, but upon careful consideration, the reason became clear.
Under the sky,
Lin Yuan looked down at the countless East Sea cultivators.
"I am Yuan Yang, the master of White Jade Island. Today, I establish the White Jade Pavilion, accepting disciples. Anyone who passes the test and enters the White Jade Pavilion will be eligible to cultivate in the internal core area of White Jade Island."
Lin Yuan spoke gently, and his voice echoed in the ears of every cultivator.
Yuan Yang is the name Lin Yuan gave to this Sun God incarnation, and the White Jade Pavilion is the force Lin Yuan intends to establish to spread the martial path and the path of evolution.
After saying these words, Lin Yuan disappeared from above White Jade Island.
The countless East Sea cultivators below were in an uproar.
"Yuan Yang, so this mysterious powerhouse is called Yuan Yang?"
"Did you hear that? As long as you pass the test and join the White Jade Pavilion, you can enter the internal area of White Jade Island for cultivation."
"I want to apply to join the White Jade Pavilion. It's good to take shelter under a big tree, and Master Yuan Yang can suppress dozens of Sky Monarchs. Following him is definitely not wrong."
Many loose cultivators were quite tempted.
Of course, everyone is well aware that since Yuan Yang mentioned 'passing the test,' it means not everyone can join the White Jade Pavilion.
However, no matter what, giving it a try is never wrong, and there is no loss.
Lin Yuan occupying White Jade Island, establishing the White Jade Pavilion, and accepting disciples not only caused shockwaves in the East Sea archipelago but also attracted the attention of the Daoist Immortal Sect in the Central Earth Divine Continent.
Daoist Immortal Sect.
At the highest point, in the main hall.
Various high-level cultivators of the sect gathered together.
Hum.
On the main seat at the highest point of the hall, the Sect Master, Mu Qingliu, appeared.
"Sect Master."
Everyone stood up and bowed.
"Get straight to the point."
Sect Master Mu Qingliu spoke.
"The mysterious powerhouse who attacked the Black Veil Islands has reappeared, claiming to be 'Yuan Yang.' He has taken over White Jade Island, established the White Jade Pavilion, and is accepting disciples."
Mu Mengting immediately reported.
In recent years, he has been most concerned about this matter. After all, the Black Veil Islands were the result of his many years of effort, and their sudden destruction was a significant blow.
"Oh?"
"Did those Divine Transformation Realm cultivators in the East Sea allow him to do this?"
Sect Master Mu Qingliu frowned.
"It's not that they didn't."
Mu Mengting hesitated for a moment. "When White Jade Island emerged, the Sky Monarchs from the Eight Hundred Sidelines and Three Thousand Left Paths in the East Sea all had their thoughts about White Jade Island, but in the end, they all voluntarily gave up."
"Sect Master, Yuan Yang's strength should not be as simple as the Divine Transformation Realm. It is estimated to be at the half-step Nascent Divinity level."
A curly-haired old man with golden lion hair stood up and spoke.
"Half-step Nascent Divinity?"
Sect Master Mu Qingliu fell into contemplation.
"What do you all think?"
"How should we deal with this Yuan Yang and the White Jade Pavilion?"
Mu Qingliu inquired.
"Sect Master, dealing with such a powerhouse is challenging unless a Nascent Divinity Ancient Saint takes action; otherwise, it's hard to deal with."
Jun Dongjin said.
A half-step Nascent Divinity Ancient Saint's strength is almost beyond the Divine Transformation Realm, and without an Ancient Saint's intervention, such a powerhouse is fearless.
Even if they used the sect's supreme immortal artifact, the Taihao Immortal Mirror, to descend as a mirror incarnation over millions of miles, it still couldn't harm a half-step Ancient Saint.
The mirror incarnation's strength is far inferior to the true body, possessing at most power close to an Ancient Saint.
However, the Island Master Yuan Yang is only a half-step Ancient Saint. Only a true Ancient Saint can pose a threat to him.
But the Daoist Immortal Sect only has Sect Master Mu Qingliu as a Nascent Divinity Ancient Saint. Although the sect has many hidden reserves, they lean towards defensive protection.
Unless Yuan Yang, the Island Master, actively steps into the Central Earth Divine Continent, while situated in the vast East Sea, the Daoist Immortal Sect has no way to deal with him.
As for Sect Master Mu Qingliu wielding the supreme immortal artifact to go to the East Sea and kill the opponent, the Daoist Immortal Sect is not without enemies.
In the north of Divine Continent lies the Blood Demon Sea, in the south is the Gloomy Ghost Palace, and to the west is the Wilderness Demon Saint Nest. As long as Sect Master Mu Qingliu dares to leave the Daoist Immortal Sect with the supreme immortal artifact.
There is a risk of being raided by the Daoist Immortal Mountain.
For the sake of a half-step Nascent Divinity, placing one's own immortal mountain in a dangerous position, even if the probability is low, it is not worth it at all.
"Let's observe for now."
Sect Master Mu Qingliu said.
In fact, with the Daoist Immortal Sect's background, even if Mu Qingliu leaves with the supreme immortal artifact, the Gloomy Ghost Palace, Blood Demon Sea, and Wilderness Demon Saint Nest teaming up cannot break through the Daoist Immortal Mountain in a short time. However, there is no need for that.
Resisting the siege of three Nascent Divinity Ancient Saints without a counterpart Ancient Saint sitting in is a high price for the Daoist Immortal Sect.
The Island Master Yuan Yang is only a half-step Nascent Divinity Ancient Saint, and it is not necessary for the Daoist Immortal Sect to pay the cost to deal with him.
In the past tens of thousands of years, there have been such figures in the Central Earth Divine Continent, and without the Daoist Immortal Sect taking action, they disappeared into history.
Time passed.
In the blink of an eye, another ten years passed.
East Sea, White Jade Island.
Inside the core cave mansion.
Lin Yuan, in his divine form, sat cross-legged.
At the Sixth Order, Lin Yuan's Yang and Yin gods had almost condensed into substance. Unless he went all out, it was impossible to tell that this was a divine spirit.
After a short while, Lin Yuan finished cultivation.
Stepping out of the cave mansion, he looked at the entire White Jade Island.
In ten years, the White Jade Pavilion had grown significantly. With a powerful figure like Lin Yuan sitting in, many East Sea cultivators were eager to join the White Jade Pavilion.
Of course, the requirement for joining the White Jade Pavilion was that, regardless of the cultivation method before joining, it must be abandoned, and practitioners had to switch to martial arts after joining.
This requirement discouraged many cultivators, but there were still many who willingly switched to martial arts.
As of today, the martial artists of White Jade Island had exceeded one hundred thousand.
Among them, twelve were at the third level, five thousand seven hundred and thirty were at the second level, and over ninety thousand were at the first level.
White Jade Island was rich in spiritual energy, comparable to the Daoist Immortal Sect's blessed land. Although martial arts did not rely on the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, having it was better than not.
"Master."
Just as Lin Yuan stepped out of the cave, a delicate-faced girl walked over and respectfully greeted Lin Yuan.
This girl, named Li Qing, was one of the disciples Lin Yuan had accepted in the past ten years. With good aptitude in martial arts, she had now reached the third level.
"Is the distribution of martial arts techniques going well?" Lin Yuan asked.
Li Qing not only had good aptitude but also was reliable in handling matters. When Lin Yuan was in seclusion, most of the affairs of the White Jade Pavilion were entrusted to her.
"Master, the martial arts techniques of the initial stage have been spread in the East Sea archipelago and partially entered the Central Earth Divine Continent. There is also dissemination in the Blood Demon Sea and Gloomy Ghost Palace areas."
Li Qing responded.
"Very well."
Lin Yuan nodded.
To spread the martial arts evolution path, relying solely on White Jade Island and the White Jade Pavilion was far from enough.
Instead, letting the martial arts system spread in this world, even if White Jade Island and the White Jade Pavilion were to perish and disappear, the martial arts system would still exist.
This was Lin Yuan's goal.
The world consciousness of this world, unlike the world consciousness of the Five Realms, does not target specific cultivation systems.
Cloud Mist Blessed Land.
Cultivation chamber.
Lin Yuan sat quietly, his breath circulating within his body.
Suddenly.
The aura emitted by Lin Yuan suddenly increased.
"Sixth Order, Fifth Stage."
Lin Yuan opened his eyes, and the emitted aura quickly converged, becoming ordinary like that of an average person.
After ten years of cultivation, Lin Yuan had developed the sixth stage of the martial arts evolution system into five stages.
However, Lin Yuan also felt that as he progressed, the difficulty of development became greater. This was because the paths he opened for the martial arts evolution were all as perfect as possible.
If he only created an ordinary sixth-stage evolution path, Lin Yuan would not need to put in so much effort.
"However."
"On the side of physical cultivation, I can break through to the Nascent Refinement level."
A smile appeared on Lin Yuan's face. In ten years, besides developing the martial arts evolution path, Lin Yuan had not stopped researching the physical cultivation system.
Now, Lin Yuan's attainments in the physical cultivation system were already at their peak, only one step away from the final breakthrough.
"Practicing the Nascent Refinement level of the physical cultivation is almost thoroughly understood," Lin Yuan thought.
As long as he wished, he could now step into the Nascent Refinement level in the physical cultivation lineage.
Becoming the first Nascent Refinement level Ancient Saint in Central Earth Divine Continent for hundreds of thousands of years.
However, Lin Yuan's expression fell into a brief contemplation.
It was different from returning to the Sixth Order.
In the physical cultivation lineage, Lin Yuan encountered it for the first time.
If he broke through to Nascent Refinement in physical cultivation, it would be challenging to achieve the perfect concealment of his breath, as he did when returning to the Sixth Order. Lin Yuan had walked through the main world.
So, when he re-entered the Sixth Order in this Immortal Dao world, it was as simple as eating and drinking. The Daoist Immortal Sect's supreme immortal artifact, the Taihao Immortal Mirror, constantly monitored all auras in Divine Continent, but it didn't discover Lin Yuan entering the Sixth Order.
But if he broke through to Nascent Refinement in the physical cultivation lineage, Lin Yuan wasn't confident in controlling his own aura, as he hadn't walked this path before.
"I can't break through in the Cloud Mist Blessed Land."
Lin Yuan thought to himself.
The Daoist Immortal Sect was right next door.
This place belonged to the Taihao Immortal Mirror's watchful eyes.
Any slight change in aura would attract the attention of the Taihao Immortal Mirror, and then the gaze of the Daoist Immortal Sect's Sect Master.
For hundreds of thousands of years, the Daoist Immortal Sect had been sitting in Central Earth Divine Continent. Why didn't the Blood Demon Sea, Gloomy Ghost Palace, and Demon Saint Nest dare to invade easily?
It was because of the Taihao Immortal Mirror.
This supreme immortal artifact, when activated, could cover the entire Central Earth Divine Continent. If activated by an Ancient Saint, it could even form an Immortal Mirror Incarnation, descending to any location in this world.
Of course, the farther the distance, the weaker the Immortal Mirror Incarnation.
"Where to break through?"
In front of Lin Yuan, numerous layers of light curtains appeared, which was the map of this world.
Lin Yuan's gaze first fell on the East Sea archipelago area. After years of Lin Yuan's presence, the White Jade Pavilion had become the leader among the eight hundred side gates and the three thousand left paths in the East Sea.
"No."
After considering for a while, Lin Yuan shook his head slightly.
Although the East Sea was within the influence of the White Jade Pavilion, it was also a focal area for the Daoist Immortal Sect, Blood Demon Sea, and Gloomy Ghost Palace.
Especially with the growth of the White Jade Pavilion's influence in recent years, the Daoist Immortal Sect had put even more attention here.
Choosing to break through in the East Sea was not a good idea. The Immortal Mirror Incarnation of the Daoist Immortal Sect's Sect Master could arrive at any time, and there was no need to take such risks.
Apart from the East Sea, Lin Yuan could only choose the north, south, or west.
Actually, these three places were almost the same. Although they were frequently subjected to the Daoist Immortal Sect's sweeping suppression, the more so, the safer it was. After all, it was darkest under the lamp.
"Let's choose the west."
Lin Yuan made a decision in his mind.
To the west of Divine Continent lay the territory of the Wilderness Demon Beasts.
The Demon Saint Nest was the sacred place of the Wilderness Demon Beasts, with Demon Saints sitting at the level comparable to Nascent Refinement Ancient Saints.
And the Demon Saint Nest belonged to Jun Wuji's father, Jun Dongjin, responsible for suppressing and sweeping.
In these years, Lin Yuan had roughly figured out the deployment and rules of the Daoist Immortal Sect's disciples suppressing the Wilderness Demon Beasts.
With these understandings, Lin Yuan could completely achieve the breakthrough without anyone noticing, without being disturbed by any external forces.
Even if there were some breakthrough anomalies during the breakthrough, it would be challenging to be noticed in a short time. By the time it attracted the attention of other powerhouses, Lin Yuan would have already left.
After confirming the breakthrough location, Lin Yuan walked out of the cultivation chamber.
"Young Master."
Spring flowers and autumn moon warmly welcomed Lin Yuan.
"Mm."
Lin Yuan nodded.
After several days, Lin Yuan instructed Chunhua Qiuyue, "I plan to seclude myself recently. If anyone looks for me, reject them, including Big Brother, Second Sister, Father, and Mother."
"Yes."
Chunhua Qiuyue immediately responded.
This wasn't the first time this had happened.
Since decades ago when Jun Wuji moved to the Cloud Mist Blessed Land, he started practicing frantically, spending most of his time in seclusion.
During this time, whoever came was helpless.
After instructing Chunhua Qiuyue, Lin Yuan entered the cultivation chamber again.
"It's time to leave."
Lin Yuan stood inside the secret chamber, leaving behind a trace of his own aura.
This aura could substitute for himself, perceived by the outside Chunhua Qiuyue.
At the same time, as long as someone broke into this cultivation chamber, no matter how far apart, as long as it was within this world, Lin Yuan could sense it.
After doing all this, Lin Yuan secretly left the Cloud Mist Blessed Land.
This was the second time Lin Yuan had left since moving to the Cloud Mist Blessed Land.
The first time was during the Grand Ceremony of Outer Sect Elders hosted by his Senior Granduncle, the Sect Master of the Daoist Immortal Sect.
On the outskirts of Central Earth Divine Continent, in an ordinary valley.
At some point, a figure appeared.
"This place is not bad."
Lin Yuan looked at the valley and nodded slightly.
This valley was not within the range of Central Earth Divine Continent, nor was it in the territory of the Wilderness Demon Beasts. It belonged to the buffer zone between the two.
In this place, the Taihao Immortal Mirror of the Daoist Immortal Sect couldn't monitor autonomously. It required the Sect Master to activate it specifically to perceive this location.
However, this possibility was low. For no reason, why would the Sect Master do so?
The reason why the Sect Master activated the Taihao Immortal Mirror during Lin Yuan's first departure was because Lin Yuan took action against the Black Veil Islands, disrupting the layout of the Daoist Immortal Sect.
"This should be it."
Lin Yuan came to the valley and sat cross-legged in a certain cave.
Whoosh.
An illusory figure emerged from Lin Yuan's body.
It was the Yin Spirit.
This breakthrough was in terms of the physical body, so the Yin Spirit and Yang Spirit could spare some effort to protect Lin Yuan.
Since Lin Yuan's breakthrough to the Sixth Order, the strength of the Yin Spirit and Yang Spirit had also risen sharply. Even if they were slightly weaker than the main body, they possessed the combat power of an Ancient Saint at the Nascent Refinement level.
With an Ancient Saint's combat power protecting him, Lin Yuan could face whatever happened during this breakthrough. Even if the Sect Master of the Daoist Immortal Sect came with the supreme immortal artifact, he would have ample time to deal with it.
Even if he took a step back.
During the breakthrough, if the Sect Master came wielding the supreme immortal artifact to kill him, Lin Yuan could easily leave before attracting the attention of other powerhouses.
Having confirmed the breakthrough location, Lin Yuan quietly left the Cloud Mist Blessed Land.
This was the second time Lin Yuan had left since moving to the Cloud Mist Blessed Land.
The first time was during the Grand Ceremony of Outer Sect Elders hosted by his Senior Granduncle, the Sect Master of the Daoist Immortal Sect.
On the outskirts of Central Earth Divine Continent, in an ordinary valley.
At some point, a figure appeared.
"This place is not bad."
Lin Yuan looked at the valley and nodded slightly.
This valley was not within the range of Central Earth Divine Continent, nor was it in the territory of the Wilderness Demon Beasts. It belonged to the buffer zone between the two.
In this place, the Taihao Immortal Mirror of the Daoist Immortal Sect couldn't monitor autonomously. It required the Sect Master to activate it specifically to perceive this location.
However, this possibility was low. For no reason, why would the Sect Master do so?
The reason why the Sect Master activated the Taihao Immortal Mirror during Lin Yuan's first departure was because Lin Yuan took action against the Black Veil Islands, disrupting the layout of the Daoist Immortal Sect.
"This should be it."
Lin Yuan came to the valley and sat cross-legged in a certain cave.
Whoosh.
An illusory figure emerged from Lin Yuan's body.
It was the Yin Spirit.
This breakthrough was in terms of the physical body, so the Yin Spirit and Yang Spirit could spare some effort to protect Lin Yuan.
Since Lin Yuan's breakthrough to the Sixth Order, the strength of the Yin Spirit and Yang Spirit had also risen sharply. Even if they were slightly weaker than the main body, they possessed the combat power of an Ancient Saint at the Nascent Refinement level.
With an Ancient Saint's combat power protecting him, Lin Yuan could face whatever happened during this breakthrough. Even if the Sect Master of the Daoist Immortal Sect came with the supreme immortal artifact, he would have ample time to deal with it.
Even if he took a step back.
During the breakthrough, if the Sect Master came wielding the supreme immortal artifact to kill him, Lin Yuan could easily leave before attracting the attention of other powerhouses.
The Yin Spirit could also leave with Lin Yuan's main body, in case the breakthrough failed.
For Lin Yuan, there were ways to compensate; it wasn't considered a significant loss.
"Let's begin."
Lin Yuan closed his eyes.
The majestic blood and qi within his body began to slowly boil.
In the East Sea, on White Jade Island, at the moment of Lin Yuan's breakthrough, the Yang Spirit opened its eyes, gazing in the direction of Lin Yuan.
"I hope nothing unexpected happens."
Lin Yuan's Yang Spirit thought to itself, stopping seclusion and keeping a constant watch on Lin Yuan's breakthrough.
If there was indeed some extreme situation, like a powerhouse of Ancient Saint level coming to kill him, this Yang Spirit incarnation could quickly disperse, then condense within the Yin Spirit.
This meant traversing an infinite distance and appearing beside Lin Yuan.
The Yang Spirit and Yin Spirit were originally two sides of the same entity. After the Yang Spirit dispersed, the Yin Spirit paid a certain price to quickly generate the power of the sun, forming the Yang Spirit.
The fusion of Yin Spirit and Yang Spirit transformed into the Taiji Primordial Spirit, with combat power no weaker than Lin Yuan's main body.
Of course, this method caused a certain amount of depletion to the Yang Spirit and Yin Spirit, but as long as it ensured the main body's breakthrough went smoothly, it was worth the cost.
On the other side of the buffer zone between Central Earth Divine Continent and the territory of the Wilderness Demon Beasts.
Jun Xiaoyao and Jun Zhilan stood in the void, commanding a large number of sect disciples to slaughter the Wilderness Demon Beasts.
At this moment, Jun Xiaoyao's expression changed slightly.
He took out a round treasure, and the pointer on it kept trembling.
This round treasure was called the 'Beast Sensing Disk.'
It could perceive the movements and strength of demon beasts within tens of thousands of miles.
At this moment, the 'Beast Sensing Disk' was vibrating continuously.
"The Crown Prince of the Demon Saint's Nest should have awakened."
Jun Xiaoyao said solemnly.
"The Crown Prince?"
Jun Zhilan's expression sank.
The Demon Saint's Nest was the sacred place of the Wilderness Demon Beasts, where a Demon Saint slept, comparable to an Ancient Saint.
If it weren't for the Demon Saint's Nest, the Wilderness Demon Beasts would have been wiped out by the Daoist Immortal Sect long ago; how could they have survived until now?
And the Crown Prince was the first offspring of the Demon Saint sleeping in the Demon Saint's Nest.
The strength of the Crown Prince could be said to be the strongest beneath the level of Ancient Saints. With his own Demon Saint bloodline, he could even erupt with the true power of an Ancient Saint in a short period.
"If that's the case..."
"Have all disciples temporarily retreat into Divine Continent."
Jun Zhilan spoke.
The strength of the Crown Prince of the Wilderness Demon Beasts was too terrifying, and while the Daoist Immortal Sect had means to contend, it was unnecessary.
The bloodline of the Crown Prince was special, and he spent most of his time in slumber, only occasionally waking up to roam around.
It can be said that as long as one avoids the period when the Crown Prince awakens, the Daoist Immortal Sect won't have to face such a terrifying opponent.
"Alright."
Jun Xiaoyao nodded.
He immediately issued orders.
Countless Daoist Immortal Sect disciples who were slaughtering demon beasts stopped immediately, returning to the range of Central Earth Divine Continent.
At the same time, deep within the Wilderness.
A terrifying aura was undergoing revival.
Countless demon beasts, whether great demons or demon kings, shivered in fear, prostrating on the ground, not daring to move.
Boom, boom, boom.
A figure of a thousand zhang slowly walked, causing the earth to shake with each step, exuding an ancient and wild aura.
Looking closely, this thousand-zhang figure was a giant ape.
In terms of meters, a thousand zhang would be three to four kilometers, towering and majestic.
"He's finally awake again."
"Mother is really something, forcing me to cultivate that demonic technique. I have to sleep for ninety years out of every hundred."
The thousand-zhang giant ape walked with large strides, paying no attention to the countless demon beasts it trampled.
To it, those demon beasts were no different from ants. Who would care about crushing a few ants?
"What fresh air. It's a pity I can only enjoy it for ten years."
The giant ape sighed. After ten years, it would have to go back to sleep until it awakened again a hundred years later.
Boom, boom, boom.
The giant ape took large steps.
Soon, it left the wild area and entered the buffer zone between the Wilderness and Central Earth Divine Continent.
"Hmph."
"Those sect disciples are quite clever, all vanished without a trace."
The giant ape glanced in the direction of Central Earth Divine Continent, showing no intention of invading.
Although it had experienced nearly a hundred years of slumber, the giant ape's mind was still somewhat slow, but it wasn't stupid.
Entering Central Earth Divine Continent was equivalent to exposing itself under the scrutiny of the Taihao Immortal Mirror at any time, and it could face a long-distance attack from the Sect Master of the Daoist Immortal Sect at any moment.
"Let's take a stroll around here."
The giant ape decided to stretch its muscles.
Just then, the giant ape seemed to sense something and sniffed with its nose.
"This kind of aura."
The giant ape's eyes lit up; it faintly sensed a vast spiritual energy converging towards a certain location.
"Is it the birth of a spiritual root of heaven and earth?"
"Or has a great medicine matured in the world?"
The giant ape's huge mouth split open.
"All of it, all mine."
The giant ape immediately took large steps towards the sensed direction.
In the mountain valley.
Lin Yuan opened his eyes.
"Refining the virtual body."
Feeling the immense blood and energy within his body, Lin Yuan's mind was delighted.
"Fleshly Body Divine Ability."
Lin Yuan had already sensed that deep within his bloodline, a certain aura had completed incubation and could form at any moment.
"Hmm?"
Just as Lin Yuan was about to check what kind of Fleshly Body Divine Ability it was, a sudden rumbling and vibration echoed from the earth.
The next moment, Lin Yuan left the cave.
He arrived above the valley.
"What's that?"
Lin Yuan looked into the distance.
Only to see a thousand-zhang giant ape running towards this direction.
"The Crown Prince of the Demonic Saint Nest?"
Lin Yuan immediately recognized the figure.
After all, this demon was extremely famous, claiming to be able to challenge the virtual refining ancient saints, and it had explosive power comparable to ancient saint-level strength.
Boom, boom, boom.
The giant ape took large steps.
"Where's my Heaven and Earth Spiritual Root?"
"Where are my worldly great medicines?"
The giant ape stopped, looking around.
With its size, it paid no attention to the valley beneath its feet.
The so-called valley, in front of the giant ape, was like a small pile of dirt.
"Hmm?"
"Did you steal my Heaven and Earth Spiritual Root and worldly great medicines?"
The giant ape carefully observed and quickly discovered a human-like figure resembling dust.
From a distance, several demon beasts were cautiously observing the giant ape.
"The Crown Prince seems to be in a good mood?" a wolf demon whispered.
He was also in the Nascent Soul stage, but in front of the giant ape, he was no different from those Foundation Establishment-level demons.
"Someone from the human race hasn't left?"
Another demon king nearby seemed to notice something, looking towards the tiny figure on the valley under the giant ape's feet.
"Probably didn't notice. It's a pity; they'll die under the Crown Prince's feet."
The third demon king spoke in a low voice, expressing a gloating tone.
As the Crown Prince walked, who knew how many demons it had trampled. Now that it had trampled a human, they felt a sense of balance.
"This human, seeing the Crown Prince but still not running away, might have some strength."
Another demon king couldn't help but comment.
"Hmph."
"What's the use of having some strength?"
"In front of the Crown Prince, without reaching the ancient saint level, all are ants."
The first demon, the wolf, sneered.
The Crown Prince of the Demonic Saint Nest was the strongest combat power below the Demon Saint.
"True."
The other demons nodded one after another.
"There are no Spiritual Roots or great medicines here."
Lin Yuan stood at the top of the valley, calmly stating.
"Lies."
"I distinctly sense the aura of Spiritual Roots and great medicines."
"Did you steal my Spiritual Roots and great medicines?"
The giant ape, enraged, thundered, its voice buzzing like rolling thunder, "Die."
Immediately after, the giant ape lifted its right foot, intending to crush Lin Yuan and the valley beneath it to pieces.
From afar, several demons looked at Lin Yuan with eyes that seemed to be watching a dead person.
More precisely, no demon's gaze lingered on Lin Yuan because, in the next moment, Lin Yuan would be crushed under the Crown Prince's foot.
"The Crown Prince's step involves the power of heaven and earth, delving into the mysteries of space. Even with incredible speed, there's no escaping. You can only withstand it."
"Withstand the Crown Prince's step? This is not something a human Nascent Soul celestial lord can achieve unless an ancient saint intervenes or there are life-saving measures like ancient saint-level talismans and treasures. Otherwise, it's certain death."
Several demons quickly discussed.
Their gazes were also observing the Crown Prince's step, hoping to learn something from it.
However, in the next moment, all the demons were stunned.
The towering thousand-zhang giant ape, seemingly invincible in their eyes, staggered suddenly, couldn't help but take a few steps back, causing the earth to quake and tearing open several massive rifts.
Then, in the next moment, the giant ape was stomped into the ground by a human foot.
Under their incredulous gaze, Lin Yuan, originally tiny as dust, seemed to transform into a towering giant, directly stomping the giant ape beneath his feet.
Another foot, and the giant ape attempting to resist was once again deeply embedded underground.
Another foot, and the giant ape spat out blood, its bones cracking, blood covering its entire body, barely clinging to life.
"If it were before..."
However, Lin Yuan looked down at the giant ape, as if observing an ant, calmly saying, "I've already gone deep into the wilderness, flattening the Demonic Saint Nest."
The thousand-zhang giant ape is very powerful.
This kind of 'strength' is not limited to physical strength.
It involves a profound understanding of space and other mysterious rules.
If someone thinks that the thousand-zhang giant ape is just a massive 'big brute,' they are completely wrong.
As the Crown Prince of the savage beasts, capable of confronting ancient saints, how could it rely solely on brute force?
However, unfortunately,
The thousand-zhang giant ape encountered Lin Yuan.
With the strength of the thousand-zhang giant ape, even if it encounters a true ancient saint, it has the ability to survive.
After all, the Demonic Saint Nest is nearby.
As long as the thousand-zhang giant ape persists for a while,
The demonic saint in the Demonic Saint Nest will come to its aid.
However, in front of Lin Yuan, who has already stepped into Body Refinement and Virtual Cultivation,
The thousand-zhang giant ape couldn't even endure a single breath before being severely injured, gasping for breath, under Lin Yuan's four feet.
This is the pinnacle power of Body Refinement and Virtual Cultivation.
In the Central Divine Continent, the lineage of Body Refinement, never before, has achieved such an ultimate power.
After stepping into Body Refinement and Virtual Cultivation, Lin Yuan vaguely felt that with just one punch or kick, he could suppress the surrounding void.
One force breaking ten thousand laws.
That's what Body Refinement is all about.
"Since I'm almost dead, might as well."
Lin Yuan looked down at the giant ape, which was spitting blood, and made a decision.
From afar,
Several demons who were watching were silent at this moment, their gazes dull.
What did they see?
Their Crown Prince, in front of this human who seemed as tiny as dust, couldn't resist at all.
That's their Crown Prince.
The Crown Prince who can confront ancient saints.
Why is he powerless in front of Lin Yuan?
Several demons exchanged glances.
Subconsciously, they felt that maybe their Crown Prince was too weak?
However, in an instant,
These demons realized.
How could their Crown Prince be weak?
All the way, the Crown Prince displayed overwhelming might.
They remembered it clearly.
Since it's not the Crown Prince being weak.
Then it's because that human is too strong.
Strong to the point where even the Crown Prince has no resistance.
"Who exactly... which ancient saint is
"Aren't you afraid of causing chaos in the world?"
These demons shivered in fear.
The tiny human, who could render the Crown Prince powerless with just a few kicks, must be at the level of an ancient saint.
In the current world, the Moral Daoist Sect occupies the Central Divine Continent, the Nether Ghost Palace controls the north, the Blood Demon Sea dominates the west, and the Demonic Saint Nest is in the south of the Central Divine Continent.
However, these four major forces have an unwritten 'rule.'
That is, unless absolutely necessary, ancient saints at the Refinement stage don't need to take action.
Even more than a decade ago, when the Moral Daoist Sect was annihilated in the Black Veil Archipelago in the East Sea.
The Sect Master of the Moral Daoist Sect at that time descended as an incarnation in a mirror, and as for the true body, it remained at the Moral Daoist Mountain.
"Look, what is that person doing?"
Several demons had confused thoughts, and their pupils suddenly contracted.
Because...
They saw—
That tiny human.
Facing the thousand-zhang giant ape, opened his mouth and sucked.
In an instant.
The thousand-zhang giant ape, who was still gasping for breath, had its vitality rapidly draining away.
In less than a moment.
It turned into a pile of dry bones.
"Not bad, not bad."
"Equivalent to dozens of nearly sixth-rank great medicines."
A smile appeared on Lin Yuan's face.
He had just broken through to Body Refinement and Virtual Cultivation. Although his combat power had surged, his body was currently weakened due to the breakthrough.
This thousand-zhang giant ape came in handy, directly becoming the nourishment for Lin Yuan to recover from weakness.
At this moment,
Accompanied by the complete fall of the thousand-zhang giant ape.
In the depths of the savage wilderness, a massive aura began to revive.
"That Demonic Saint?"
Lin Yuan glanced over.
It was no secret that there was a Demonic Saint guarding the Demonic Saint Nest.
However, this Demonic Saint mostly remained in a state of deep sleep.
"Let's go."
Lin Yuan had no intention of engaging with that Demonic Saint.
It's not that Lin Yuan is not a match for that Demonic Saint, but it's meaningless.
At present, Lin Yuan has not reached the strength of being invincible in the world. Keeping this Demonic Saint to restrain the Moral Daoist Sect is good, but there is no need to finish it off with one blow.
After a moment.
A terrifying divine sense descended.
Transforming into the illusion of an even more towering giant ape.
"Who is it?"
The illusion of the giant ape emitted a low roar, gazing at the Crown Prince's corpse, filled with extreme anger.
It had great expectations for the Crown Prince. If everything went smoothly, the Crown Prince only needed to sleep for another five thousand years.
Then he would ascend to the level of a Refinement Ancient Saint.
By then,
The Demonic Saint Nest in the savage wilderness would have two Demonic Saints presiding over it.
Maybe they could extend their influence to the Central Divine Continent.
But now,
The Crown Prince was dead.
Many of its plans had been shattered.
In a short period, among the countless savage wilderness beasts, none had the potential to ascend to the level of Demonic Saint.
"Hmm?"
The illusion of the giant ape looked towards the distance, at several trembling demons.
Then, raising its right hand, these demons appeared in front of it.
"Soul search."
The illusion of the giant ape moved its mind slightly.
The scenes that these demons had witnessed just now
Clear images appeared before it.
"Such strength?"
The illusion of the giant ape saw Lin Yuan stomping the Crown Prince to death with several kicks, and its expression changed slightly.
"No involvement in any mysterious rules, just the power of the physical body. This technique comes from the human cultivator of the Body Refinement stage. Could this person be a cultivator at the Body Refinement stage of the Refinement period?"
The illusion of the giant ape muttered to itself.
Cultivators in the Body Refinement stage are proficient in physical combat, and their combat power is extremely strong at the same level. However, for various reasons, they have always been only a subsidiary part of the Daoist path.
"Moral Daoist Sect? Cultivating a cultivator at the Body Refinement stage of the Refinement period?"
The illusion of the giant ape's face looked unsightly.
In any case, Body Refinement cultivators are part of the Daoist path.
Now that a cultivator at the Refinement period of the Body Refinement stage has appeared, it can only be associated with the Moral Daoist Sect.
After half a day,
A gleam of light stepped across an infinite distance.
Landing in the transition zone between the Central Divine Continent and the savage wilderness.
"The offspring of the Demonic Saint is dead?"
Moral Daoist Sect's Sect Master, Mu Qingliu, frowned.
"Master, at that time..."
Jun Xiaoyao immediately explained.
When they sensed that the Crown Prince of the savage wilderness demons was about to wake up.
Jun Xiaoyao instructed many sect disciples to temporarily return to the Central Divine Continent.
In addition,
Jun Xiaoyao also used a secret technique.
Distantly observing the movements of the thousand-zhang giant ape.
As a result, he witnessed an extremely shocking scene.
The Crown Prince, towering a thousand zhang high,
Was actually stomped to death by a 'tiny figure' with several kicks.
Jun Xiaoyao did not see the appearance of that 'tiny figure.'
Because the person's entire body was surging with blood, repelling any magical techniques.
"Let me take a look."
Sect Master Mu Qingliu of the sect arrived at the scene.
Then, using the light of the Taihao Immortal Mirror, he began to 'trace back' the events.
This is the ability of the Taihao Immortal Mirror, which can forcibly 'trace back' certain scenes from the past in a specific area.
Of course,
The 'trace back' cannot involve the Refinement level.
Ancient Saints have begun to influence the surrounding world, making them the nemesis of such 'trace back' methods.
"Hum."
The images flowed.
The next moment,
The scene was filled with endless blood and energy.
"Indeed, it's an Ancient Saint, and also a Body Refinement Ancient Saint."
Sect Master Mu Qingliu remained silent. Although the scene did not specifically trace back to anything, based on Jun Xiaoyao's explanation and the residual atmosphere on the scene,
He could already infer many things.
"Body Refinement Ancient Saint?"
"When did such a powerhouse appear in our Central Divine Continent?"
Mu Qingliu frowned and thought.
He did not know whether this Body Refinement Ancient Saint was an enemy or a friend to their Moral Daoist Sect.
But there was no doubt that a Body Refinement Ancient Saint proficient in combat could completely influence the balance of the current four major forces.
To the north of the Divine Continent.
Blood Devil Sea.
The Lord of the Blood Devils sat cross-legged on a small island deep in the Blood Devil Sea.
Although he was also a Refinement Ancient Saint, he had merged with the Blood Devil Sea.
Having almost immortal abilities came at the cost of losing his freedom. The main body could not leave the range of the Blood Devil Sea.
Of course,
If willing to pay the price,
The Lord of the Blood Devils could also enter the Central Divine Continent.
That is, by activating the Blood Devil Sea and causing it to expand.
As long as the Blood Devil Sea is large enough to cover the entire world.
Then, whether the Lord of the Blood Devils has the restriction of not being able to leave the Blood Devil Sea is irrelevant.
"Huh?"
"News from the Monster Saint?"
The Lord of the Blood Devils raised his eyebrows.
In order to collectively resist the Moral Daoist Sect,
There has always been a habit of sharing intelligence between the Monster Saint's Nest, Blood Devil Sea, and the Ghost Palace of the Netherworld.
The enemy of an enemy is a friend.
The Moral Daoist Sect is too powerful.
If they don't unite, they will only perish faster.
"A Body Refinement Ancient Saint has appeared?"
The Lord of the Blood Devils looked serious.
The limit of the Body Refinement lineage is the Nascent Divinity stage, so it has always been a subordinate part of the Immortal Dao. Many cultivators have considered Body Refinement techniques as a means of strengthening the body.
Even so,
Without relying on external items, a Body Refinement cultivator of the same stage is always not weaker than a cultivator of the same stage.
In some aspects, it may even be stronger.
Especially,
In the Body Refinement lineage, starting from the Nascent Divinity stage,
There is an extremely low probability of giving birth to bodily divine abilities.
A Body Refinement cultivator at the Nascent Divinity stage has a chance to master bodily divine abilities.
In theory, a Body Refinement cultivator at the Refinement stage has a higher probability of mastering bodily divine abilities.
"Where did this Body Refinement Ancient Saint come from? Is it a trump card of the Moral Daoist Sect?"
The Lord of the Blood Devils urgently wanted to know the identity of this Body Refinement Ancient Saint.
If this Body Refinement Ancient Saint really came from the Moral Daoist Sect,
In the next thousands or tens of thousands of years, the Blood Devil Sea, Monster Saint's Nest, and the Ghost Palace of the Netherworld would all be unable to turn things around, only able to survive in their respective territories.
To the south of the Divine Continent.
Ghost Palace of the Netherworld.
"Body Refinement Ancient Saint?"
The emaciated man sitting on the throne felt a bit of a headache.
In recent decades, the changes in the world have been too significant.
First, a master of the Yang Element emerged from the East Sea, possessing the strength of a half-step Refinement Ancient Saint.
Now, another Body Refinement Ancient Saint has appeared.
As the King of Ghost Cultivation, how could the emaciated man not know the strength of a Body Refinement Ancient Saint?
"These people, where did they all come from?"
The emaciated man rubbed his temples.
Let's leave aside the master of the Yang Element in the East Sea for now; the strength of a half-step Refinement Ancient Saint might be from some hidden expert.
But a Body Refinement Ancient Saint?
Hasn't such a thing never appeared since ancient times?
There should be some signs, right?
For example, a batch of Nascent Divinity stage Body Refinement cultivators being born.
Then, from this batch of Nascent Divinity stage Body Refinement cultivators, a Body Refinement Ancient Saint is born.
Only in this way can it be considered a gradual progression.
"I need to investigate."
"What is the position of this Refinement Ancient Saint?"
The emaciated man did not believe that this Body Refinement Ancient Saint came from the Moral Daoist Sect.
Given the domineering style of the latter's actions, if they had given birth to a Body Refinement Ancient Saint, they would have eagerly publicized it long ago.
How could there be no news until now?
In the Cloud Mist Paradise,
Lin Yuan quietly appeared in the cultivation chamber.
"No one has noticed,"
Lin Yuan glanced at the situation in the Cloud Mist Paradise after more than ten days.
Everything was normal, and no one came to visit. Spring flowers and autumn moon were patiently waiting outside.
"Bodily divine ability,"
Lin Yuan breathed a sigh of relief.
At this moment, he faintly felt the movement deep within his blood, almost forming, ready to 'break out of the shell' at any time.
"What kind of bodily divine ability is it after all?"
Lin Yuan looked expectant and quietly waited.
Half a day later,
The bodily divine ability was completely formed.
In an instant,
A large amount of information about the 'bodily divine ability' flooded into Lin Yuan's mind.
"Bodily divine ability—Blood Drop Rebirth?"
Lin Yuan's spirits lifted.
This bodily divine ability could be described as versatile.
Whether for self-preservation or combat,
It had great utility.
According to the introduction of this divine ability,
As long as Lin Yuan's physical body did not completely turn into nothingness,
As long as there was a drop of blood, he could quickly be reborn.
This was quite terrifying.
For someone like Lin Yuan, an Evolver with a martial soul,
Even if his physical body collapsed,
The martial soul still retained the power to fight.
But for the vast majority of sixth-order Evolvers,
If they lost their physical body, although it didn't qualify as death, the strength of their soul and spirit would be significantly discounted.
"First, understand the principles and essence of this divine ability,"
Lin Yuan restrained his thoughts and began to carefully study it, relying on his extraordinary comprehension.
The divine ability, Blood Drop Rebirth, is indeed excellent, but it comes from the bloodline power of the world's monarch, Jun Wuji.
In other words,
When Lin Yuan's stay is over and he returns to the main world, even if he becomes a Body Refinement Cultivator again,
The awakened bodily divine ability might not necessarily be Blood Drop Rebirth.
After all, the physical bodies are different, and the bloodlines are different.
However,
As long as the essence and principles of the Blood Drop Rebirth divine ability are comprehended,
No matter where he is, Lin Yuan can use this divine ability.
The so-called divine ability, the so-called talent, are just a complex form of technique.
Understanding the essence allows for easy application.
This is the terrifying aspect of extraordinary comprehension.
Study all things,
Then utilize all things.
Moral Daoist Sect.
In the highest hall.
The sect master, Mu Qingliu, sat expressionless.
"We can't continue waiting."
Mu Qingliu stood up and muttered to himself in a low voice.
A trace of a Body Refinement Ancient Saint's presence appeared in the border area between the Central Plains and the Barbarian Wasteland.
This made Mu Qingliu somewhat uneasy and felt a bit of pressure.
If this Body Refinement Ancient Saint joined forces with the Ghost Palace, Blood Demon Sea, and Demon Saint Nest,
Even though it still couldn't shake the foundation of the Moral Daoist Sect, it would cause chaos in the world.
The current Moral Daoist Sect urgently needed a second Refinement Ancient Saint to sit in.
Originally, Mu Qingliu wanted to observe for a while and choose the final successor between Jun Dongjin and Mu Mongting.
But now,
There wasn't that much time left.
The resources and means currently controlled by the Moral Daoist Sect
Are only sufficient to forcefully push one person to the Refinement Period.
"As long as the sect has two Ancient Saints presiding over Daoist Mountain, even if that Body Refinement Ancient Saint joins hands with those three old guys, it won't make a difference."
Mu Qingliu thought silently in his heart.
Having two Ancient Saints presiding over Daoist Mountain, the impact generated is not as simple as one plus one equals two.
"Jun Dongjin, Mu Mongting."
These two names flashed through Mu Qingliu's mind, and he had already made a decision in his heart.