Changes in the Netherworld, Another Battle with Sanqing
Having quelled the strife and calamities, Hongjun left Buzhou Mountain and returned to the Zixiao Palace to begin a new round of struggle against the Heavenly Dao.
The Heavenly Dao was not entirely unaware of Hongjun's thoughts.
They have always been competitors.
But before that, they had always been outward-facing.
This time, Hongjun's scheme can be said to have touched the very foundation of the Heavenly Dao.
Heaven, of course, will not let this go unpunished.
While suppressing the underground world and Human Dao, the Heavenly Dao was also impacting Hongjun's consciousness.
Leaving aside how to punish Hongjun, we must absolutely reclaim the power that was previously swallowed up.
His expression may have seemed calm before, but he was constantly being impacted by the forces of Heaven.
Of course, after being able to hold out against the Heavenly Dao for so long, Hongjun was certainly not a weakling.
After Hongjun left, the atmosphere on Buzhou Mountain instantly lightened.
Even if he says nothing and does nothing, it is still a huge pressure for the cultivators of the Primordial World.
Following closely behind Hongjun, the Six Saints also returned to their respective dojos.
Zhenyuanzi is undoubtedly the center of all cultivators.
Many quasi-saints suppressed their jealousy and stepped forward with joy to offer their congratulations.
They even took out a number of spiritual treasures and stood up, just to congratulate Zhenyuanzi on his breakthrough.
Although Zhenyuanzi was not a saint at this time, he was Sub-Saint of the Three Corpses.
He is already equivalent to a saint who does not use the power of the Heavenly Dao.
Though not a saint, he is comparable to one.
Before this, they had also attacked Zhenyuanzi to prevent him from attaining enlightenment.
This gift of treasure also serves as an act of apology.
Zhenyuanzi was fearless in the face of these magical treasures.
If he doesn't accept it, those cultivators will truly feel uneasy.
As for revenge, Zhenyuanzi did consider it, but he gave up on it in an instant.
Apart from Cihang, every quasi-saint present had made a move.
Even though he had already merged his three corpses to attain the rank of Sub-Saint, he still couldn't kill any of the Quasi-Saints in the Primordial World.
The saints of the Sanqing would not allow such a thing to happen.
Ultimately, they were merely the tribulations that led him to enlightenment.
If we were to dwell on this now, it would be Zhenyuanzi's fault.
Seeing that Zhenyuanzi accepted the apology gifts, all the quasi-saints were relieved of their worries.
They were not afraid of Zhenyuanzi before, but now Zhenyuanzi indeed had the strength to kill and suppress them.
Seeing that Zhenyuanzi was showing signs of impatience, the others tactfully took their leave.
As for asking about the method to break through, there is actually no need to do so.
They had all witnessed Zhenyuanzi's breakthrough.
That wasn't a normal breakthrough at all; it was a realm forcibly derived from accumulated merit.
This is simply impossible to replicate.
In a short while, Cihang and Zhenyuanzi remained in mid-air.
"Fellow Daoist Cihang, thank you very much this time. If it weren't for your help, I would not have survived this calamity!"
After everyone had left, Zhenyuanzi solemnly bowed to Cihang in gratitude.
Although he was breaking through to a higher realm, he was fully aware of everything in the outside world.
The successful Investiture of the Gods this time was entirely due to Cihang's assistance and planning.
If it weren't for Cihang, Houtu and Nuwa would never have stepped in to help him.
If Cihang hadn't intervened, he would probably have perished by now.
"Fellow Daoist, there's no need to be so polite."
On the contrary, I hope you won't blame me, fellow Daoist!
Before Zhenyuanzi could even bow, Cihang helped Zhenyuanzi up.
If it weren't for him, Zhenyuanzi wouldn't have risked calling for the underground passage, and naturally, he wouldn't be facing this calamity and danger today.
The key point is that Zhenyuanzi did not successfully attain enlightenment.
"How could I blame you, fellow Daoist? I'm more than grateful."
Although I failed to attain enlightenment, I still sensed the existence of the Dao.
As it turns out, this was the best path for me; it was just a matter of time.
Moreover, although I failed to attain enlightenment, I still gained this great merit and successfully cultivated the Path of Three Corpses in one fell swoop.
This is not the place for reminiscing. Fellow Daoist, why don't you come with me to Wuzhuang Temple, where we can have a proper discussion about the Dao?"
Even in the most difficult moment, Zhenyuanzi had no regrets or resentment.
He felt only gratitude towards Cihang.
"Fellow Daoist has just broken through, and this is the best time to stabilize your realm."
As for discussing the Dao, there will be plenty of opportunities in the future, so I won't disturb you any longer!
Seeing that Zhenyuanzi's cultivation was somewhat unstable, Cihang declined his invitation.
Cihang was somewhat surprised that Zhenyuanzi used the power of merit to Three Corpses Unity.
However, since Zhenyuanzi's breakthrough was not achieved through normal cultivation, his cultivation level was inevitably somewhat unstable.
"Very well, Zhenyuanzi will come to thank you in person another day!"
Zhenyuanzi was naturally aware of his own situation, and seeing that Cihang was thinking of him, he naturally did not insist.
After parting ways with Zhenyuanzi, Cihang also set off to return to Mount Luojia.
Although Zhenyuanzi's breakthrough was not normal, the strength he displayed after merging his Three Corpses Unity was genuine.
Now that his Primordial Chaos Dao has reached a bottleneck, it's time for him to prepare for the Three Corpses Unity.
The Primordial World may appear calm now, but in reality, it is already turbulent beneath the surface.
There was an atmosphere of extreme oppression beneath the calm surface.
Even the Calamity Qi in the world has accumulated to a terrifying level.
Cihang was also unsure whether he could truly achieve the Three Corpses Unity before the great calamity erupted.
Even if he couldn't achieve that, he would still do his best to improve his cultivation level.
Although he wasn't the main protagonist of the great calamity, who could guarantee he wouldn't get involved?
Cihang's expression suddenly changed, and he immediately turned around and headed towards the Blood Sea.
Just now, he received a telepathic message from the Evil Corpse, and the defenses of the Netherworld suffered a tremendous impact.
Cihang's expression was serious, and worry was evident in his eyes.
Aside from saints, no one else has the power to break through the Netherworld Barrier.
The Authority of Reincarnation is inherently alluring, and even the saints cannot ignore it.
However, because of Houtu, the saints were somewhat wary this time and did not directly take action.
But today's actions have thoroughly angered the Sanqing, and they will likely use this opportunity to regain face.
Although the barrier set up by Houtu was strong, it was not invincible.
If a sage were to launch a forceful attack, he could still break through; it just depends on whether he is willing to pay the price.
Cihang sped all the way to the Blood Sea.
Even from afar, one could sense the violent power emanating from the Blood Sea.
Countless wronged souls drifted above the Blood Sea.
The Blood Sea was indeed like this in the past, but after he transformed into a being and reincarnated, the Blood Sea gradually subsided and stopped attacking.
Upon closer inspection, a massive vortex appeared above the Blood Sea, emanating a dense aura of the underworld.
Even more terrifying sounds of a great battle could be heard emanating from within.
"They've actually broken the Netherworld Barrier!"
Cihang's expression changed, and without any hesitation, she rushed into the Netherworld.
"Boom, boom, boom!"
As soon as they entered the underworld, a huge storm struck.
Body Protection Divine Light shone forth, Cihang looked up to see a fierce battle unfolding before her eyes.
The entire Netherworld suffered immense destruction.
Countless souls were thus scattered and destroyed.
Only above the underworld, a Twelve-Grade Black Lotus rose, radiating mysterious light, barely resisting the remaining power of this great battle.