Chapter 710 - 517: Inheritance of Bai Ze
Dharma Master Hong Jue shifted the topic and mentioned the cultivators of the Taiyi realm:
"By the way, the last time I ventured up the mountain, I was puzzled as to why the cultivators of the Taiyi realm arrived so quickly..."
"Logically speaking, although the two realms are close, crossing the spatial barriers should take considerable time, yet we arrived almost simultaneously..."
Chen Sheng heard this and felt a stir in his heart.
He had almost forgotten about this matter.
In his view, there was much communication between the Taiyi realm and the Spirit Realm...
The vast Source Sea could not block it!
Cultivators of the Taiyi realm would come sooner or later; it was only a matter of time.
"Could there be some hidden mystery?"
Hong Jue nodded and slowly added, a hint of reverence in his eyes:
"Indeed!"
"I inquired with some old acquaintances and learned that the range covered by the Tianmang Immortal Mountain not only includes the Spirit Realm but astonishingly also directly encompasses the Taiyi realm."
"They can recite Tianmang from the Source Sea of the Taiyi realm and be absorbed."
At this point, Dharma Master Hong Jue couldn’t help but sigh, his tone full of admiration and shock:
"The Infinite Immortal Mountain, capable of directly covering both Grand Thousand Worlds, such methods can only be akin to those of a True Immortal."
He raised his eyes toward the depths of the Immortal Mountain, a few traces of exploration in his gaze:
"I wonder where exactly the Immortal Mountain is situated?"
"Is it in the chaotic void between the Spirit Realm and the Taiyi realm, or is there another hidden place, capable of simultaneously covering two great Grand Thousand Worlds."
Next to him, Chen Sheng nodded slightly as he listened.
He naturally understood why Dharma Master Hong Jue was so impressed.
Because the absorption methods displayed by the Immortal Mountain had already rendered space devoid of distance, as though overlapping into a single point...
No matter how distant, it felt as if it were within reach...
Even under different rules and over two great Grand Thousand Worlds, a single step could bridge the gap.
A distance as close as a textbook and yet worlds apart!
Such methods were naturally astounding!
However, Chen Sheng’s expression remained calm, not letting this exploration occupy his mind.
Even though he and Hong Jue were now Integration Dharma Masters, considered top existences in both the Spirit and Taiyi realms,
Compared to that True Immortal who pioneered the universe, established the rules, and transcended time and space, they were still far behind.
"Such exploration is like a mayfly trying to measure the sky!"
"Utterly unnecessary!"
At their current realm, even if they exhausted themselves speculating about the methods of True Immortals or the secrets of the Immortal Mountain, it would ultimately be futile.
It was like a farmer in the countryside imagining the golden hoe of an emperor, unable to escape the boundaries of their own understanding.
This is the thinking of lesser cultivators!
Blind speculation is more likely to disrupt the Dao Heart and is not worth the loss!
Chen Sheng also spoke slowly, briefly recounting the matter of how he had Prajna and others try to transfer contribution points and browse the Immortal Mountain’s treasure vault.
"The rules of the Immortal Mountain are strict, and the previous speculated opportunistic methods ultimately won’t work."
Dharma Master Hong Jue laughed heartily upon hearing this:
"How can there be such easy loopholes?"
"The Tianmang Immortal Mountain, left by a True Immortal, is filled with restrictions. How could it allow us to easily exploit any loophole?"
"The design of the Immortal Mountain is to protect the younger generation of geniuses, preventing opportunities from being stolen by stronger entities, which is considered fair."
His eyes turned to Qi Mang, Golden Saint, and the other four standing nearby, a gentle smile spreading across his face as he spoke slowly:
"With the emergence of the Immortal Mountain, these younger generations have indeed gained great opportunities."
"With the cultivation techniques and secret arts of the Immortal Mountain and the backing of contribution points, along with the guidance of Fellow Daoist Pan Wu..."
"In due time, they may break through the shackles, stand at our side, or even surpass us."
"Once I return, I shall also bring my disciples to venture into the mountain, letting them also touch the fortune of the Immortal Mountain."
"They are indeed fortunate!"
As he spoke, his thoughts drifted back to the past, recalling the many direct disciples he had.
Many had reached the Void Refining Twelfth Tribulation.
Especially Taiyuan—who explored on his own, created techniques, walking the path of opposition, one withering, one thriving, one extinction, one birth...
The position of Dharma Master was truly just a fine line away but ultimately fell in the Sinking Sand.
And then there was Life-Annihilating who, despite achieving Middle Thousand Integration, eventually perished into the Way.
Dharma Master Hong Jue couldn’t help but feel a sense of regret, pondering to himself:
"If only Taiyuan, Life-Annihilating could have caught this opportunity of the Immortal Mountain, perhaps they would have already broken through and stood shoulder to shoulder with me."
"It’s just a shame that due to misfortunes and missing the right timing, they ultimately missed out on this fortune..."
This sense of regret lingered for a long time, the smile on his face fading slightly, replaced by a bit of yearning.
Chen Sheng observed the changes in Hong Jue’s expression, having experienced similar sentiments himself, he understood and did not speak further.
The cultivation of the Great Dao inherently emphasizes fortune and chance; opportunities are easy to find, but fortune is elusive and cannot be forced!
Chen Sheng and Dharma Master Hong Jue chatted a bit more about the planning for subsequent mountain ventures and the arrangement of disciples under them.
Their minds seemed to align; both intended to devote their efforts to establishing themselves steadfastly in the Immortal Mountain.
Before long, the two bid farewell with clasped hands.
Dharma Master Hong Jue’s figure flickered, transforming into a ray of pitch-black Spirit Light, traversing through the clouds and mist of the Immortal Mountain, preparing to call back his disciples.
Chen Sheng, on the other hand, turned his attention to Qi Mang, Golden Saint, Primordial Pole, and Primordial Hegemon, his expression regaining some composure.
"Have you chosen a heritage that suits you?"
Golden Saint stepped forward first, bowing as he clasped his hands:
"I have taken a liking to a heritage named ’Great Evolution Golden Pivot Sword Law,’ focusing on the Geng Metal Sword Dao, which greatly suits me and can further connect my cultivation path from Void Refining to Integration."
Upon hearing this, Chen Sheng’s consciousness moved, utilizing the exclusive privileges of a Named Disciple, and instantly retrieved the detailed records of the ’Great Evolution Golden Pivot Sword Law.’
A flood of information surged into his consciousness, which he meticulously organized in moments.
"The number for Great Evolution is fifty, its use forty-nine, the one that escapes is metal..."