Chapter 732 - 524: Pure Heaven Realm (Part 2)
Soon, more developments were discovered.
Not just the forefront of the immortal rankings, in the first ten or twenty places, many unfamiliar names emerged.
"Venerable King Sect Master!"
"Dharma Master Baili!"
"Saint Master of Thousand Mountains!"
...
On Sword Mountain beneath the heavens, a solitary peak stands tall, sword qi sweeping across.
Chen Sheng and a group of Daoist Monarchs were meditating in Enlightenment.
Suddenly, three unfamiliar and majestic presences abruptly pierced the tranquility of the mountain peak, sweeping over.
Chen Sheng and the others abruptly opened their eyes, a flash of spirit light in their pupils, spreading their divine thoughts instantly towards the source of the presences.
Atop the mountain peak in the void, three figures gradually appeared amidst flickering spirit light, each bearing distinct postures and unique temperaments, surrounded by rich and obscure Dao Rhymes.
The leading figure, dressed in a plain white Daoist robe, features clear and elegant, with a touch of transcendent aura between his brows, exuding an aura of control over heaven and earth with each gesture and movement.
On his left, a figure dressed in a gilded divine robe, shimmering in golden light, exuded a commanding and domineering presence with a stern countenance, eyes flickering with the laws of creation.
To the right, a figure in an auburn monk’s robe, face gaunt yet eyes bright, with faint shadows of corpse mountains manifesting around him.
The three figures landed, each showing a hint of vigilance, eyes scanning Chen Sheng and the others, a flicker of scrutiny passing through their gaze.
’All top-level Daoist Monarchs!’
’There’s even a Dharma Master!’
Their eyes subconsciously lingered on Chen Sheng for a moment, surprised, before slowly moving away.
...
At this moment, a slightly disheveled figure stepped forward slowly, none other than Sect Master Tian Yu.
He slightly bowed, his tone courteous yet retaining dignity, inquiring:
"Taiyi Realm, Tian Yu. May I ask the names of the three fellow Daoists?"
Master of the Infinite Cave responded, also bowing to Sect Master Tian Yu in return, his voice clear and melodious:
"Su Tian Realm, Master of the Infinite Cave."
Following him closely, the Creation King stepped forward, voice as profound as a bell, tone commanding, bowing and saying:
"Su Tian Realm, Creation King."
The Corpse Forest Buddha Master pressed his palms together, reciting a Buddhist title, with a taste intertwining reverence and mystery:
"Su Tian Realm, Corpse Forest Buddha Master."
Sect Master Tian Yu, hearing this, had a flash of understanding in his eyes, then lightly smiled, his tone kindly, breaking the barrier between the two sides:
"So, indeed, friends from other Grand Thousand Worlds!"
"In all my years of cultivation, apart from the Spirit Realm, I have yet to traverse other Grand Thousand Worlds."
He paused, gesturing to Chen Sheng and the others beside him, his tone turning ever more cordial:
"We are all named disciples under the True Immortal of the Immortal Mountain!"
"Meeting here today is a rare opportunity, why not get to know each other better, discuss the Great Dao together, wouldn’t that be splendid?"
The three from Master of the Infinite Cave glanced at each other, seeing the intrigue in each other’s eyes.
They arrived abruptly, knowing nothing of the Immortal Mountain or the other Grand Thousand Worlds, needing to take this chance to explore.
Seeing the three’s expressions relax, Daoist Monarchs from Taiyi and the Spirit Realm all stepped forward, introducing themselves enthusiastically:
"Spirit Realm, Beiming Daoist Monarch, greetings to three fellow Daoists!"
"Taiyi Realm, Deceiving Heavenly Demon Ancestor!"
"Spirit Realm, Danxia Fairy, greetings to three fellow Daoists!"
"Taiyi Realm, Qingyun Daoist Monarch, willing to discuss the Great Dao with three fellow Daoists!"
For a while, on the mountain peak, the sound of greetings rose and fell, instantly turning the initially stagnant atmosphere lively.
The three from Master of the Infinite Cave also returned the salutations, responding in turn.
In no time, both sides shed their initial wariness and unfamiliarity, becoming familiar, sitting around the mountain peak, brewing tea and discussing the Dao, enjoying the conversation.
Gradually through the dialogue, everyone pieced together the truth, confirming one thing.
The influence of the Immortal Mountain continues to expand, now affecting the Su Tian Realm.
In the future, perhaps more cultivators from other Grand Thousand Worlds will be drawn into this place by the power of the Immortal Mountain, converging together.
During the conversation, the three from Master of the Infinite Cave learned of the reason Chen Sheng stood here.
All showed expressions of shock, looking at Chen Sheng with more respect and esteem.
Master of the Infinite Cave sighed with emotion, his tone carrying a hint of envy and relief:
"Unexpectedly, the Taiyi Realm and the Spirit Realm, where all of you fellow Daoists reside, are remarkably similar Mahayana worlds, capable of exchanging resources, which is truly rare!"
"The three of us, having cultivated to this day, are all trapped in the Su Tian Realm. Even when stepping out of the realm, we haven’t glimpsed the landscapes of other Great Thousand Worlds."
"Now, thanks to this celestial mountain, we have the opportunity to gather with fellow Daoists and discuss the Great Dao."
He paused briefly, a hint of regret flashing across his face, and said softly:
"It’s a pity that the three of us have all comprehended the origin of our individual Daos, yet we are excluded by the Great Thousand Worlds."
"Otherwise, we truly wish to travel to the worlds of fellow Daoists to explore different Great Thousand landscapes."
The crowd nodded in response.
Only Sect Master Tian Yu’s gaze turned toward Chen Sheng, with a slight jest in his tone:
"Fellow Daoist, your words are incorrect! Among us, perhaps only Fellow Daoist Pan Wu has such fortune!"
Hearing this, Chen Sheng smiled gently: "Such an opportunity is not one I would wish to miss!"
He had further plans in his mind!
...
Time swiftly passed by, a few thousand years in a glimpse.
During these years, the celestial mountain became increasingly lively, with powerhouses from the three Great Thousand Worlds continuously gathering to discuss the Dao and contend for supremacy.
The rankings on the list were also constantly changing!
Within the Little Pan Wu Hall.
On this day, phenomena suddenly expanded, and the Power of Tribulation soared into the sky!
It was precisely the moment Qi Mang was about to make the ultimate leap from the Void Refining Realm to the Dharma Master Realm, forging his own Dharma Seed of Tribulation!
Qin Zhaoyu, Qin Ping’an, Zhang Longhu, and others were also gathered with heavy yet hopeful expressions.
They hoped he could achieve perfection, break through the shackles, and attain the position of Dharma Master, but were also worried about the dangers of that ultimate leap.
At the core of the palace, Qi Mang had his eyes tightly shut, concentrating his Dao Heart, dismissing all distractions, and silently chanting the incantations of the tribulation, his hands intertwined as he formed the most intricate and complex Dharma Seals.
Every Dharma Seal dropped was accompanied by a thunderous roar of heaven and earth, with countless tribulation patterns manifesting around him.
"The Great Dao as the foundation, tribulation as the guide, Dharma Seed takes form, invulnerable to myriad calamities!"
With a deep shout, Qi Mang suddenly opened his eyes, the gray-golden Spirit Light within them surged violently like two blazing suns of tribulation.
In the center of his brows, the embryonic form of a small yet boundlessly powerful Dharma Seed of Tribulation slowly emerged, its luster pristine, flowing with an ancient and majestic Dao Rhyme.
The embryonic form of the Dharma Seed continually solidified and expanded!
At the instant the Dharma Seed embryonic form appeared, it evolved into endless calamities.
Yet, Qi Mang’s will, at this moment, fell into an endless struggle.
Law is an extension of the will; this is the final test!
Time passed slowly in the relentless struggle, with each moment feeling as long as a primordial assembly.
The Force of Tribulation grew ever more ferocious, the collisions increasingly violent.
Under incomparable torment, Qi Mang’s will was gradually worn away.
The persistent determination, like a candle in the wind, grew increasingly dim.
After a long time, the tumult calmed slightly, his Dao Power nearly entirely dissipated, that unwilling determination ultimately succumbing to the ruthlessness of the Great Dao.
Qi Mang slowly opened his eyes, eyes once full of determination and brilliance now hollow and turbid, leaving only endless melancholy in their depths:
"Exhausted fortune limits the Dharma Seed; shallow life precludes Integration."
In the center of his brow, the Dharma Seed of Tribulation, which had been struggling to sustain itself and was about to solidify, suddenly trembled.
Immediately, a small but distinct crack appeared on the surface of the Dharma Seed, spreading instantaneously.
One, two, three...
In the blink of an eye, the cracks turned into tens, then hundreds, densely covering every inch of the Dharma Seed’s surface.
"Crack——!!!"
The Dharma Seed shattered with a roar!
Countless gray-golden specks of light scattered like celestial stars, and Qi Mang’s figure, like a bubble, dissolved into the world.
Witnessing this scene, Qin Zhaoyu and others wore expressions of sorrow:
"Elder Brother, journey well!"
...
In the Sword Mountain of Heaven and Earth.
Chen Sheng felt a sensation. He first paused, then slowly closed his eyes!
"The Dharma Seed is difficult to form!"
At this moment, the Corpse Forest Buddha Master suddenly sent a message, providing an outlet for the murderous aura in Chen Sheng’s heart.