The heavenly tribulation poured down like a raging tide, its power from the heavens so immense that even the formations of the Ten Thousand Heavens Court could not fully shield against it.
As Lu Qingyang had anticipated, though the fifth-level tribulation of transformation was formidable, it posed no substantial threat to Qing Ye.
Qing Ye, initially an ordinary blade of grass born within the Ten Thousand Heavens Court, had undergone a complete metamorphosis over the years, nourished by the essence of heaven and earth.
He had comprehended the rhythm of the heavenly wood, embarking on the path of cultivation, and further strengthened his celestial body with the blood essence of the star sea beast, becoming unparalleled in his foundation.
Before long, the tribulation clouds dispersed.
As the clouds cleared, a blade of grass broke through the soil, surrounded by countless strands of mystical energy, and in an instant transformed into the form of a young man.
This youth looked identical to Qing Ye's previous spiritual form, but their essence was fundamentally different: the former was a mere illusion, whereas the current form was a tangible flesh and blood body.
"This is the power of creation!"
Lu Qingyang immersed himself in the profound aura, inwardly marveling.
The concept of "creation" contained infinite mysteries.
All things in the world were born from creation. In a way, Lu Qingyang's ability to simulate all things with the Ten Thousand Heavens Court was somewhat akin to the power of creation.
However, there was still a difference: with the current level of the Heavens Court, Lu Qingyang could not yet create life.
Thus, although the power of the Heavens Court was formidable, it was still slightly inferior to the power of creation.
The power of creation could generate life and create the universe and stars. It was omnipresent and omnipotent.
At this moment, Lu Qingyang felt as if a lamp had been lit in his heart, his spirit merging with the heavens and earth, even seemingly touching a corner of the cosmos.
In an instant, his mind broke free from the constraints of the heavenly wood, his vision soaring, encompassing all things in the world.
He saw everything shatter, the heavens and earth collapse, as if returning to the moment of primordial chaos.
The world was born, life proliferated, the heavens and earth went from nothing to something, and then from something to nothing, with various profound meanings surging in his heart.
Meanwhile, spiritual energy within the Qingyang realm surged like a tide, making the heavenly wood grow even more luxuriant.
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[Name: Lu Qingyang]
[True Form: Heavenly Wood of the Way]
[Longevity: Eternal and Undying]
[Realm: Mid-Sixth Level (0/400 million)]
[Heavens Court: Sixth Level (13.6 billion/1 trillion)]
[Heavenly Source: 14 points]
[Innate Abilities: Heavenly Bone of the Way (Sixth Level), Heavenly Fruit of the Way (Sixth Level), Heavenly Eye of the Way (Sixth Level), Heavenly Domain of the Way (Sixth Level), Heavenly Extraction of the Way (Sixth Level)]
...
"I've advanced!"
Lu Qingyang's consciousness returned to his true form. Gazing at the data panel, he saw that his long-stagnant initial sixth level had silently advanced to the mid-sixth level.
Originally, he needed a significant amount of cultivation value to progress to the mid-sixth level. But now, with this sudden enlightenment, he had saved hundreds of years of arduous cultivation.
Reflecting on the profound experience just now, Lu Qingyang sensed a vague feeling, as if a layer of mist obscured his vision, which he could not clear no matter what.
"Enlightenment cannot be replicated, but this breakthrough has elevated me to the mid-sixth level, undoubtedly enhancing my strength."
Lu Qingyang felt more at peace than ever.
His mind was like an ancient well, undisturbed by time, becoming more steady with the passage of time. Few things could stir his heart now, and he approached all matters with a calm demeanor.
Even with the breakthrough, Lu Qingyang felt no excessive joy, as if everything had happened naturally.
When he was at the initial sixth level, he was confident that his strength was comparable to the early seventh level. Now, with his advancement to the mid-sixth level, his power was undoubtedly stronger.
If the No Immortal Realm were only as vast as the Ancient Wasteland, Lu Qingyang would lead the cultivators of the Qingyang Realm to fully invade it, eliminating this hidden threat.
However, the Ancient Wasteland was just a small part of the No Immortal Realm and was not considered powerful there.
Even if he swept away the three great caves of the Ancient Wasteland, it would not solve the fundamental problems of the Qingyang Realm.
The No Immortal Realm was vast and boundless, harboring many ancient strong beings who had sealed themselves away, waiting for the golden age to seize their chance.
Lu Qingyang was confident in dealing with ordinary saints and could even use the power of the heavenly domain to contend with quasi-emperors, but that was all.
If multiple quasi-emperors appeared in the Qingyang Realm, he would be helpless.
Lu Qingyang had no doubt that quasi-emperors existed in the No Immortal Realm.
He shook his head lightly, no longer thinking about the No Immortal Realm. Everything had been arranged, and he just needed to wait for the right time.
Then, Lu Qingyang's gaze shifted back to Qing Ye, activating the Heavenly Eye of the Way, revealing his attributes.
...
[Name: Qing Ye]
[True Form: Sword Grass]
[Realm: Early Fifth Level]
[Constitution: None]
[Faith: Devout Believer]
...
Qing Ye's data panel had not changed much. His true form had changed from ordinary grass to sword grass, and his realm had advanced from the perfect stage of the fourth level to the early fifth level.
The term "sword grass" likely related to his talent in swordsmanship, though it was unfortunate that the constitution section remained blank.
"The vast power within the star sea beast's blood helped you break through to the fifth level, which is already remarkable. Not gaining a divine body is a slight regret."
"Bathing in the star sea beast's blood, although I did not gain a divine body, helped me break through. Without this opportunity, even with my talent, reaching the fifth level would take a long time."
"Improving my cultivation is secondary. The important thing is that I comprehended the Cycle Sword Dao between life and death, laying the initial foundation for attaining the Dao in the future. This kind of opportunity is irreplaceable."
Qing Ye responded calmly.
Indeed, not obtaining a divine body was a regret, but the breakthrough in cultivation was satisfying enough.
More importantly, he found his own Dao during the process of bathing in the blood.
"You are right. Breaking through to the fifth level is not the main point. Finding your own Dao is truly worth celebrating."
"Even among sixth-level powerhouses, few comprehend their own Dao. In this respect, you have surpassed many."
Lu Qingyang nodded in approval, then extracted a blood essence from the star sea beast's carcass, which shone like a star.
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