Primordial Chaos Purifies Evil, New Life Through the Dao Tribulation

Following the guidance of the Primordial Kirin, Ren Xiaoyao traversed a path strewn with Primordial Chaos crystal fragments. These fragments were the essence of billions of years of evolution within the Secret Realm, each gleaming with a warm golden light, like condensed stars. A light touch of his fingertips released a primordial aura, and with each step, fine golden light seeped into his body through the Acupoint Yongquan on the soles of his feet, flowing gently like spring rain nourishing the fields. Wherever he passed, the stagnant turbidity in his meridians was quietly cleansed, and even the residual Cold Poison of the curse mark in the gaps between his bones was enveloped in warmth, slightly soothing the piercing pain caused by the curse mark between his brows—the pain, though not eradicated, was no longer the excruciating agony of before, but rather a signpost guiding him closer to the origin.

The One-Line Sky Dangerous Path ahead resembled World-Opening Giant Axe Open Chaos, with towering cliffs on either side, each over ten thousand feet high, piercing the clouds. Forged entirely of Primordial Mysterious Iron, the dark rock faces were covered with Innate Dao Patterns, writhing and coiling like living snakes, emitting radiant light. Each Dao Patterns shimmered with a chilling spatial-cutting power; even before approaching, one felt a stinging pain on the skin, as if countless invisible blades were flowing through the air, shattering the surrounding Spiritual Qi into chaotic wisps of air, threatening to sever meridians upon contact. From time to time, boulders tumbled down from the mountaintops, these fragments imbued with Chaos Aura, creating bottomless craters upon impact, demonstrating their weight and hardness far exceeding that of ordinary Innate Spirit Treasure.

The air currents within the Dao became increasingly turbulent, occasionally whipping up fierce Gale Wind carrying Chaos Fragments. These fragments, sharp as divine weapons and shrouded in a faint aura of Annihilation, were enough to easily sever the Golden Immortal Body. As the Gale Wind howled past, they carried piercing shrieks that tore at the soul, as if thousands of vengeful ghosts were wailing in the wind. The sound pierced the very heart, unsettling the listener and easily stirring up Demonic Thought. At other times, the temperature would suddenly drop, with bone-chilling cold air erupting from the ground, instantly condensing into profound ice capable of freezing the soul. The ice surface gleamed with a cold, eerie blue light, covered with fine ice patterns, resembling a hideous demon's face. Even just seeing it sent a chill down one's spine, causing the Golden Immortal Power flowing within to stagnate, its circulation slowing by thirty percent. Fine ice crystals even appeared in the meridians, showing signs of refreezing.

Ren Xiaoyao dared not slacken in the slightest, pushing the Primordial Movement Technique to their limit. His figure moved like a willow catkin, weaving and darting through the treacherous path, each step precisely landing on a node of the Dao Patterns pattern. Wherever his toes touched, a faint golden light spread, ripples dissolving the surrounding murderous intent. Those Chaos Fragments that rushed towards him would instantly melt upon touching the golden light, transforming into pure Spiritual Qi that nourished his body. He held the Emperor Sword horizontally in front of him, the Purification Law on its blade slowly flowing, emitting a soft yet firm golden light, completely cleansing away any occasional evil winds and foul air that leaked in, turning them into wisps of green smoke that dissipated into the air without leaving a trace. His eyes were focused and sharp, every turn and every leap perfectly timed, as if dancing on the edge of a knife, yet always maintaining a composed and unhurried demeanor.

The Primordial Kirin perched on his shoulder automatically formed a thin, protective shield from the warm glow emanating from its body. The shield was covered with intricate Qilin runes, acting as a natural Defensive Array that blocked most of the attacks. The little Qilin's amber eyes warily scanned its surroundings, reflecting every detail of the treacherous path, not even missing the subtle fluctuations of the Dao Patterns on the rock walls. Its little head turned occasionally, using its Soul Telepathy to subtly warn, "There's a dark ice trap three zhang ahead. Beneath the ice lies Space Rift connected to Primordial Chaos Rift. A slight touch will pull you in. Seven chi to the left will avoid the eye of the Gale Wind... The rock wall to the right has Innate Realm killing runes, formed from the destructive power of the Primordial Chaos Initial Opening, containing unparalleled Destructive Aura. Do not look directly at them, or your divine soul will be eroded. At best, you'll fall into an illusion; at worst, your Dao Foundation will collapse!"

Ren Xiaoyao followed the instructions, his toes barely brushing the edge of the dark ice. Sure enough, he saw a faint, dark Rift slowly rotating beneath the Rift, emanating a deathly aura that devoured everything, like the gaping maw of a giant beast, where the slightest carelessness would lead to annihilation. He adjusted his body following the flow of the Dao Patterns, slightly turning his waist to avoid the killing pattern area on the right rock wall. He felt an invisible pressure brush past him, and a layer of cold sweat broke out on his back, his soul feeling a slight numbness—the aura of those killing patterns was too domineering. Even just brushing past it made his soul ache faintly, and he couldn't imagine what the consequences would be if he looked directly at it.

Reaching the end of the treacherous path, the scenery suddenly opened up, as if stepping from a cage into boundless heaven and earth. A magnificent Jade Towers and Pavilions, suspended above an endless sea of clouds, suddenly appeared, its eaves and corners crafted from seven-colored Glazed Ice. Primordial Chaos Spiritual Energy flowed across the Glazed Ice, refracting a sky full of radiant light, like a palette of colors spilled by the Heavenly Emperor, dazzling and vibrant. Hanging beneath the eaves were strings of the Innate Realm beads, each the size of a fist, crystal clear, containing flowing light. As they swayed gently in the wind, they emitted a clear and melodious sound, like heavenly music, the lingering notes cleansing the mind and soothing the weariness of the journey. All malevolent energy was dispelled. This was the "Tianbo Heavenly Wave Mansion" mentioned by the Primordial Kirin. The mansion gate was carved from ten-thousand-year-old black jade, warm and translucent, radiating a faint jade light. It was warm to the touch. The four ancient seal characters "Primordial Chaos Origin" were engraved on the gate. The strokes were vigorous and powerful, like Divine Dragon coiling or a tiger descending the mountain. Each stroke contained the Daoist charm of the World Creation. A faint Primordial Violet Qi lingered between the strokes, flowing and emanating a majestic aura that suppressed the ages and cleansed the eight wastelands. People couldn't help but feel awe and even subconsciously slowed their breathing.

Ren Xiaoyao gently pushed open the mansion gate, and the Xuan Yu gate swung open with a thud. There were no earth-shattering phenomena, but a surge of Spiritual Qi, a hundred times purer than anything outside, rushed out, transforming into a tangible spiritual mist that swirled around him like a light veil. This Spiritual Qi was so pure it contained not a trace of impurity, like the Primordial Chaos Qi of newborn life. It flowed into his lungs through his mouth and nose, then traveled along his meridians to his limbs and bones, causing even the damaged meridians from his previous battle with the Primordial Kirin to hum with a soothing sound. It was as if parched land, parched for millions of years, had received sweet rain; every damaged acupoint slowly revived under the nourishment of the Spiritual Qi, emitting a faint golden light. The mansion's interior was magnificent, with halls... The entire complex is constructed from Primordial Chaos Crystal Stone and Innate Realm spiritual materials. The beams and pillars are carved with extraordinary phenomena of the Primordial Chaos Initial Opening — Dragon Phoenix Auspiciousness Qilin treading on clouds, and the Star River in motion—all vividly depicted, as if telling ancient legends. The ground is paved with jade bricks polished from Primordial Chaos Crystal Stone, each one crystal clear and reflecting a rainbow of light. The bricks are also covered with Innate Dao Patterns, which resonate with the Spiritual Qi in the air, forming a cyclical Spiritual Energy Vortex. Tiny Spiritual Qi crystals constantly condense at the center of the vortex, melting upon landing and returning to the world, making the Spiritual Qi of the entire mansion increasingly concentrated, almost to the point of flowing liquid.

In the center of the mansion, a spring about ten feet square flowed quietly— the Primordial Chaos Spring Eye. Nine Coiled Dragon Jade Pillars, each carved with auspicious scenes such as the Primordial Chaos Initial Opening, Dragon Phoenix Auspiciousness and Qilin, and qilin treading on clouds, surrounded the spring. A faint purple qi swirled around the pillars, mingling with the spring's energy to form an invisible aura. Stepping into it, one felt their Dao Heart become clear, all distracting thoughts vanishing. Golden waves surged in the spring water, spreading in layers of golden ripples. Each drop of water contained the Origin Power World Creation, transforming into specks of golden light that merged into the jade bricks upon impact. The jade bricks shone even brighter. Three wisps of primordial Primordial Violet Qi, like dragons, swirled and danced on the surface of the spring. Sometimes they intertwined into intricate Dao Patterns, containing the Supreme Principles of Heaven and Earth, inspiring understanding in those who looked at them, as if the Great Dao were materializing before their eyes; sometimes they transformed into sacred lotus flowers, their petals unfolding layer by layer, radiating an aura that purified everything, making even the air purer; and sometimes they condensed into a phantom of Dragon Phoenix Auspiciousness, with Auspicious Qi and countless rays of light, radiating a majestic aura that suppressed all evil and cleansed the eight wastelands, enveloping the entire Heavenly Wave Mansion in a sacred and peaceful atmosphere.

The Black Curse Seal between his brows seemed to sense its nemesis, suddenly burning intensely, like a red-hot iron searing him, emitting a piercing hiss, as if countless vengeful ghosts were howling and struggling within it, unwilling to dissipate. Cold, black energy uncontrollably surged from the curse mark, transforming into dozens of jet-black venomous snakes. Their bodies were covered in ferocious scales, shimmering with a ghostly green venomous light, their forked tongues flickering, coiling and swirling around him, emanating a dense, foul, and malevolent aura, like the stench of pus and blood from an ancient tomb, utterly incompatible with the pure Spiritual Qi of the Heavenly Wave Mansion, forming a stark contrast. But as soon as this black energy spread to within three zhang of the spring, it was instantly crushed by the oppressive power emanating from the Primordial Violet Qi, emitting a shrill scream, like ice and snow meeting Flame Sect, turning into wisps of green smoke and dissipating into the air without leaving a trace, as if it had never existed.

"Quickly enter the spring, circulate the Primordial Chaos Dao Fruit to draw the purple qi into your body, and do not be distracted!" The Primordial Kirin leaped off his shoulder, its body growing several feet larger the instant it landed. Its golden-red light surged, transforming into a massive barrier enveloping the entire Heavenly Wave Mansion. The barrier was covered with the Innate Realm runes of the Qilin Clan, the runes flowing with the Origin Power the Primordial Chaos Origin, resonating with the Primordial Chaos Dao Charm of the spring, forming an indestructible barrier that completely isolated all external interference. Even the Chaos Current within the Secret Realm could not approach it. The little Qilin looked up at Ren Xiaoyao, its amber eyes filled with solemnity, its Soul Telepathy carrying an unwavering determination. "I will protect you. No matter what happens, you must guard your mind. When the Primordial Violet Qi Energy enters your body, the most important thing is to avoid distractions. The slightest carelessness will result in a backlash from the purple qi Energy. At best, your origin will be damaged and your cultivation will regress; at worst, your Soul Annihilation, turning you to ashes!"

Without further hesitation, Ren Xiaoyao leaped into the Primordial Chaos Spring Eye. The spring water was as warm and smooth as jade. The moment it touched his skin, it felt as if thousands of warm currents rushed into his body through his pores. Wherever the warm currents passed, the injuries he had sustained in the fierce battle with the Primordial Kirin healed at a visible speed—damaged meridians were slowly repaired, broken muscle fibers were re-woven, and even the fine cracks in his bones were mended in golden light. The remaining Ice Crystals fragments on the walls of his meridians melted instantly, and even the fatigue deep within his soul slowly subsided. Like plants parched by rain, he burst forth with Vibrant Vitality. He sat cross-legged in the center of the spring, surrounded by golden water that rose above his chest. The water flowed into his body with each breath, resonating subtly with the Primordial Chaos Dao Fruit. Ren Xiaoyao focused his mind, clearing away all distractions, and immersing himself completely in his body. He fully activated the Primordial Chaos Dao Fruit, guiding the power within him to merge with the Origin Power in the spring water, forming a continuous flow of energy, like Heavenly River surging ceaselessly within him.

Suddenly, the Primordial Chaos Dao Fruit at his brow erupted with dazzling golden light, like a second sun rising within him. The golden light penetrated his skin, reflecting a massive phantom in the spring water, within which the magnificent scene of the Primordial Chaos Initial Opening and the birth of heaven and earth could be vaguely seen. An extremely pure pulling force extended from the Dao Fruit, like an invisible thread, carrying a call from the same source, directly towards the three streams of Primordial Violet Qi on the spring's surface. The three streams of purple qi seemed to possess sentience, sensing the call of the pure Primordial Chaos Origin, instantly ceasing their swirling, transforming into three condensed golden streams of light. These streams of light contained boundless Origin Power, breaking through the resistance of the spring water like arrows released from a bow, whistling as they pierced straight into his brow.

In an instant, a monstrous storm surged within Ren Xiaoyao's body! The Primordial Violet Qi and the power of the Dao Fruit violently merged in his meridians, transforming into a surging golden torrent. Wherever the torrent passed, it was unstoppable. The filth remaining in the Black Curse Seal melted away rapidly like snow meeting the scorching sun, emitting a sizzling sound accompanied by the wailing of vengeful ghosts—that filth was the core power of the Curse. Now, under the crushing force of the Origin Power, it fled like a stray dog, but ultimately had nowhere to hide and could only be refined bit by bit. The vengeful ghost phantoms entrenched deep within his soul were defeated step by step under the impact of the torrent, howling and struggling with ferocious expressions. They bared their fangs and claws, attempting to retaliate. Ren Xiaoyao's soul, however, ultimately could not withstand the crushing force of the Origin Power. His roars gradually weakened until they were completely crushed and vanished into Void. The Ice Crystals spiderwebs on the meridian walls shattered instantly under the impact of the torrent, turning into specks of ice that were carried by the torrent and flowed along the meridians. Finally, under the effect of the Purification Law, they completely dissipated, leaving not even a trace of coldness. He could clearly feel that the power of the curse seal was rapidly declining. The cold power that lingered in the Soul Origin was being peeled away and purified little by little by the Primordial Violet Qi, like peeling an onion, layer by layer shedding its evil outer shell to reveal the pure and translucent Soul Origin, radiating a faint golden light.

Just as the power of the Curse was about to be completely suppressed, with only a last wisp of soul clinging to life deep within its divine soul, a deafening roar suddenly echoed across the heavens! The sea of clouds above Heavenly Wave Mansion churned violently, the once clear golden clouds instantly turning pitch black. Countless dark clouds converged from all directions, forming a sky-covering Tribulation Clouds. Within the cloud, purplish-black lightning bolts darted and weaved like ferocious Flood Dragon, emitting deafening roars and radiating a terrifying aura of destruction and creation—this was the Primordial Chaos Creation Tribulation! Anyone who absorbed the Primordial Violet Qi... Those Primordial Violet Qi break through their own limitations must undergo this tribulation. This tribulation is the ultimate test that Heaven and Earth give to those who seek the Dao. It can cleanse one's origin and help one comprehend the Great Dao, but it can also completely destroy one's soul and reduce it to ashes. Success means ascending to heaven in one step, greatly increasing one's lifespan, and making the Great Dao attainable; failure means eternal damnation, with one's soul scattered and turning into a wisp of dust between heaven and earth. Since ancient times, countless brilliant and powerful individuals have perished under this tribulation lightning. Some of them were stuck at the bottleneck of their cultivation for thousands of years. They finally found an opportunity to break through, but ultimately could not withstand the baptism of the Creation Tribulation, leaving behind only eternal regret.

"Master, concentrate! This tribulation must be withstood by your own Primordial Chaos Origin. You must not rely on the power of the Emperor Sword, nor depend on external assistance!" The Primordial Kirin's voice was more solemn than ever before. The radiance around it grew even more intense, and the barrier trembled slightly under the pressure of the Tribulation Clouds. The secret patterns on its surface flickered erratically, clearly indicating that it was under immense pressure. "This is a tempering of your origin. Only by enduring it with your own strength can you truly control the Primordial Violet Qi and completely eradicate the Curse. Otherwise, even if the curse is temporarily broken, it will leave Hidden Danger in the future. Once you encounter a stronger external impact, the Curse will return!"

Before the words were even finished, the first bolt of tribulation lightning crashed down! The lightning was as thick as a bucket, its purplish-black light interspersed with wisps of golden Power of Creation. Like a ravenous Evil Dragon ready to devour its prey, it carried the destructive force of a demon, striking directly at Ren Xiaoyao's crown. The air along its path was scorched and distorted by the lightning, emitting a hissing sound, and even space itself rippled slightly, as if about to be torn apart by this power. He neither dodged nor evaded, his mind sinking into his body, circulating all his Primordial Chaos Power and completely merging it with the three strands of purple qi. His body blazed with golden light, forming a thick primordial shield. The surface of the shield was covered with intricate Primordial Chaos Dao patterns, like an indestructible fortress, radiating an aura of resistance against all.

"Boom--!" A deafening roar shook the heavens and earth as lightning collided violently with the protective barrier. The terrifying impact swept outwards like a tsunami, causing the entire Heavenly Wave Mansion to tremble violently. The spring water from the Primordial Chaos Spring Eye was thrown into the air, splashing down as golden light. The surrounding Coiled Dragon Jade Pillars emitted a mournful hum, fine cracks appeared on their surfaces, and the carved patterns became blurred. Ren Xiaoyao felt his blood surging, a sweet taste in his throat, and a mouthful of golden blood gushed out, falling into the spring water with a hissing sound. The blood and spring water mingled, instantly purified into pure Spiritual Qi, which then returned to his body. Not only was he not harmed, but it also... His aura calmed slightly. The primordial shield in front of him was instantly covered with spiderweb-like cracks, as if it would shatter completely at any moment. But at that moment, the Primordial Violet Qi within his body, like an inextinguishable flame, instantly flowed onto the shield. The cracks repaired rapidly at a speed visible to the naked eye. At the same time, the purple qi followed the lightning upwards, like greedy vines, gradually transforming the Power of Destruction contained within into the Power of Creation that nourished his primordial essence, merging into his own Dao Fruit. This made the Dao Fruit's luster even more brilliant, and its rotation speed even faster—this was the mystery of the Primordial Chaos Creation Tribulation, where destruction and creation coexisted, allowing one to temper an even more powerful primordial essence in dire circumstances.

No sooner had the first tribulation lightning passed than the second arrived, even more powerful than the first. The Destructive Aura mixed in with the lightning was also increasingly intense, almost tearing the entire space apart. Ren Xiaoyao gritted his teeth, circulating his Origin Power to continuously reinforce the protective shield, while actively guiding the purple qi energy to refine the Power of Creation within the lightning. With each refinement, he could feel his own source slowly strengthening, and his meridians becoming more resilient. The weak points previously eroded by the curse seal were being gradually strengthened. One, two, three... the tribulation lightning became increasingly dense, falling like a torrential downpour. The purplish-black lightning illuminated the entire Heavenly Wave Mansion, and the air was filled with violent energy intertwined with destruction and creation. Even space was slightly distorted under the impact of the lightning, forming brief Rift. Chaos Current escaped from the Rift, but it was immediately blocked by the barrier, unable to interfere with Ren Xiaoyao's tribulation.

When the ninth tribulation lightning descended, the world seemed to be filled only with dazzling lightning. This lightning bolt was several times thicker than the previous eight combined, standing like a colossal pillar supporting the heavens. Primordial Chaos patterns surged within the lightning, emanating a pressure powerful enough to shatter the Immortal Soul. Even the Primordial Chaos turbulence far beyond the Secret Realm was violently churned, countless Chaos Fragments scattered in all directions. The entire Heavenly Wave Mansion trembled violently, the spring water of the Primordial Chaos Spring Eye was whipped into towering waves several meters high, jade bricks within the mansion shattered, flying debris and billowing dust. The barrier set up by the Primordial Kirin dimmed, its surface covered with cracks, on the verge of breaking at any moment. The little Qilin was tense, its radiant light struggling to hold on, its amber eyes filled with worry, yet it dared not make the slightest move—it knew that any external interference at this moment could cause Ren Xiaoyao to fail.

Ren Xiaoyao was covered in blood, his clothes already reduced to ashes by the lightning, his body covered in charred wounds, revealing even the outline of his bones. Blood continuously gushed from his wounds, only to be quickly purified by the spring water, transforming into wisps of Spiritual Qi to nourish his body. Extreme pain swept over him like a tidal wave, every inch of his skin burning, every meridian trembling, every strand of his soul enduring excruciating torment. Yet, his eyes grew ever more resolute, like burning stars, showing no sign of retreat, but rather radiating a fierce determination that grew stronger with each battle, as if this extreme pain was the perfect crucible for tempering his Dao Heart. His Dao Heart grew purer amidst the pain, with only one thought in his mind—break through the tribulation!

The Primordial Chaos Dao Fruit between his brows spun faster and faster, the three streams of purple qi completely merging into his divine soul. They resonated with the Three Great Law Runes on the Emperor Sword, forming a Closed Loop cyclical energy. The energy within his body was no longer chaotic, but became increasingly condensed, as resilient as fine steel. Nourished by the Primordial Violet Qi and the Power of Creation, the Golden Immortal Power power within his body was undergoing a qualitative transformation, showing faint signs of breaking through his current realm. His meridians were also being continuously widened and strengthened, their capacity to contain increasingly vast power. Meridians that could originally only contain Golden Immortal Power could now bear even more powerful Origin Power without collapsing, as if they had been reforged.