Immortality gained by relying on another's protection was ultimately nothing more than flowers in a mirror and the moon in water, unable to withstand wind and rain.
But to attain the Daluo Golden Immortal realm, one had to condense a true spirit. This left Zhang Chen in a bind. Could acquired beings truly not condense true spirits?
If he could not even attain the Daluo Golden Immortal realm, then how could he speak of the Primordial Daluo Golden Immortal realm beyond it?
Then what was the point of cultivating at all? He might as well slit his throat!
"But you needn't worry about your safety. As long as you loyally serve the Queen Mother of the West, she can protect you, safeguard your immortality, and ensure you remain indestructible through countless calamities. You need not worry about your lifespan," the White Ape said, offering Zhang Chen some comfort.
Zhang Chen said nothing, merely sinking into silence. Having cultivated to the White Ape's level, he would never deceive him. Did that mean acquired beings truly could not attain the Daluo Golden Immortal realm?
Then what about his Golden Finger? Could it break through the shackles and raise his divine abilities without limit?
As Zhang Chen pondered, an angry roar suddenly came from outside, followed by a thunderous boom. He instinctively looked up, and his face immediately drained of color. The wind, rain, and mist in the void had vanished, while the vast waters of the River of Destiny had been forcibly cleaved in two.
The River of Destiny had been severed, splitting into two halves and opening a great road leading to the heavens. Even that illusory figure had vanished without a trace.
"What terrifying strength! This is the River of Destiny that gathers the fate of the entire world, yet