The Heavenly Prison: Tribulation Assembly! Crowdfunding Dao Integration!

A rumbling, muffled thunderous sound, accompanied by intense light that seemed to tear the heavens and earth apart, came down from the distant summit.

When they landed in the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm, Chen Dengming quickly detected their movements.

Although the commotion was still quite far away, his superhuman senses allowed him to perceive it very clearly, and his expression immediately became extremely solemn.

"This spiritual power... it's at least at the Dao Integration level... there are actually Dao Integration cultivators from beyond the realms entering the Outer Heaven? How dare they?"

Chen Dengming's heart leaped into his throat. He was about to use his Eye of the Heavens to investigate when he discovered that the commotion was like a lot of noise but little rain—it erupted quickly and disappeared just as fast, and had already subsided.

"They retreated so quickly?"

Chen Dengming was taken aback for a moment, then immediately relaxed.

In his perception, the Heavenly Dao had not awakened. It seemed that the intruding extraterrestrial Dao cultivator had encountered a wandering Divine Void.

Although He Dao is powerful, he is no match for Divine Void, Dao Venerable who has fallen from immortality. Naturally, he has to make a quick getaway.

Even though Divine Void has gone mad, there's a saying that goes, "The ruthless fear the stubborn, and the stubborn fear the mad." If the mad Divine Void really goes berserk, even Dao Venerable of the same rank would probably be intimidated.

"Could it be that the good fortune I cast when I left has truly come true? It just so happens that a Fortune Shines Brightly- merging expert from beyond the realm has entered the Outer Heaven, and thus, coincidentally, has attracted the wandering Divine Void there..."

After much thought, Chen Dengming felt that this was the only reasonable answer. However, the fact that the Fortune Shines Brightly had such a good effect was beyond his expectations.

This kind of Divine Ability of blessing is also a matter of probability. After he uses it, there is indeed a chance that he can avoid misfortune and attract good fortune, but it may not actually work on others.

However, the fact that the Dao of the Outer Realm had entered the Ancient Realm was already considered an ominous sign and posed a threat to Chen Dengming. Therefore, if the corresponding hexagram was auspicious, the closer the Dao of the Outer Realm got to the Ancient Realm, the greater the probability that it would encounter the Divine Void.

If he didn't enter the Ancient Realm, it wouldn't pose a bad omen for Chen Dengming, making it difficult to form a cause-and-effect relationship of fortune and misfortune, and there would be little chance of encountering the Divine Void.

Chen Dengming judged that the Dao Integration cultivator who had been severely beaten by Divine Void after entering was most likely Feng Lingzi.

After all, the few Nascent Soul Nascent Soul he killed were sent by Feng Lingzi under orders.

Within the Phoenix Dao Domain, there are currently only two Dao Integration Realm cultivators. The other Dao Integration Realm cultivator may not be willing to risk his life.

"It's a pity I haven't yet achieved Dao, otherwise this would have been a perfect opportunity to ambush him and eliminate future troubles..."

Chen Dengming thought to himself that he had no intention of using the Eye of the Heavens to investigate the situation outside the heavens again, so as not to provoke the Divine Void.

However, now that he has attracted Dao-merging beings from beyond the realm, and Feng Lingzi has also dispatched many people to observe the Ancient Realm from the surrounding Cultivation Star, his plan to transport a large amount of Tribulation Mist as garbage to the New Realm for disposal has temporarily fallen through.

But as the saying goes, if one door closes, another opens; he has already made other plans in the past few days.

Chen Dengming shifted his gaze, his eyes falling once again on the Heavenly Prison constructed from a vast Heavenly Net.

The bloodstains on the Heavenly Prison have long since faded, and it now looks like a huge, bluish-green sphere, with the interior of the prison indistinct.

Beneath the Heavenly Prison lay a massive blood pit, filled with dark red blood radiating a mad, divine might, a sight that inspired awe and terror.

This Heavenly Prison was created when the First Ancestor Lu Xiucheng forcibly provoked the mad Heavenly Dao to cast a spell, which once sealed the Outer Realm Devil Venerable within the Heavenly Prison, making it difficult for him to escape.

Now that the mad Heavenly Dao has returned to normal, the Heavenly Prison has also returned to normal.

The Heavenly Prison is an advanced immortal technique and divine Divine Ability of the Heavenly Net, which is more complex, profound, and difficult to fathom than the Heavenly Net itself.

Based on Chen Dengming's current experience and knowledge, theoretically speaking, one must at least reach the Dao Integration stage and possess one's own Dao Domain before being able to learn and comprehend the Heavenly Prison and have the opportunity to unleash this immortal Divine Ability.

Otherwise, with his mere Nascent Spirit Transformation stage Law Power and Dao power, it would have been impossible for him to unleash such a magnificent immortal technique.

But Chen Dengming wanted to try using the three immortal palaces of the Immortal Celestial Lineage to take away the Heavenly Prison and turn it into a powerful weapon like Law Treasure, which he could then use.

Given the stability of the Heavenly Prison and its capacity to form a self-contained world, it could absolutely serve as a gigantic container for storing calamity energy.

"If we can control this Heavenly Prison to collect the Tribulation Mist, we might be able to delay the arrival of the Eternal Great Tribulation or reduce its power."

What I lack most is time. If this succeeds, it will at least offer some hope of averting this great calamity..."

Chen Dengming pointed his finger into the air, and instantly the three Inheritance Immortal Palace— Heavenly Fortune Hall, Heavenly Destiny Hall Heavenly Longevity Hall—appeared as illusory images.

Surrounded by the three Inheritance Immortal Palace, Chen Dengming's Immortal Celestial Dao Power seemed to become even more vigorous and powerful.

His eyes shimmered with a bluish-green light, gradually transforming into a deep blue. A suppressed and terrifying aura emanated from him, causing the surrounding void to tremble. The air around him seemed to become heavy, solidified by his will.

My will is the Heaven's Will!

Chen Dengming stretched out his hand and began to cast the Heavenly Net, attempting to encompass the entire Heavenly Prison.

At the same time.

Eastern Immortal Sea is a mountain range located in the sea, with the crystal-clear Lingxi River flowing gently through it.

Surrounded by mountains and water, this place is like a Venerable Immortal. White clouds drift in the sky, and occasionally one or two seabirds fly by, making it a place that captivates the heart and soul.

There were many buildings in the mountains, and the Mountain Gate was tall and heavy, with the four characters "Bright Light Sect" engraved on the plaque made of spirit jade.

On the ten thousand steps leading to the gate, countless disciples were devoutly worshipping step by step, filling the entire sect with a vibrant spiritual energy.

Inside the Mountain Gate, sunlight, seemingly imbued with faith, shines on the spacious square, where shimmering lanterns hang high, illuminating the entire area.

The square is surrounded by swaying trees and blooming flowers, with a rich Spiritual Qi everywhere.

The wafts of Incense and Faith, like a string of colorful velvet hanging up, complemented the faint Spiritual Qi in the air. A group of the Bright Light Sect disciples, dressed in brightly colored Daoist robes and full of spirit, walked steadily to the square and began to sit cross-legged in meditation.

On other mountain peaks, disciples were practicing flying Technique Method, while others were setting up immortal arrays. The air was filled with a solemn and hierarchical atmosphere.

"The Bright Light Sect lives up to its name. Even though the Spiritual Qi has declined and the Tribulation Mist has dissipated in all Four Seas Four Regions today, this place is still like a pure land of immortals!"

A powerful Spirit Transmutation Spiritual Might suddenly appeared above this magnificent immortal sect filled with radiance and Incense and Faith, instantly alarming the entire Incense and Faith domain. It even subtly caused some incense offerings within this Inner Domain to be attracted and stolen.

This is because the Spirit Transformation Primordial Spirit that appeared in the air resembled a burning divine fire, releasing endless light and heat that was incredibly alluring. It seemed that by simply merging into it, worshipping and believing, one could gain the power of the divine fire and receive its blessings.

"Who are you, fellow Daoist, to grace us with your presence!?"

Deep in the towering mountains of the Bright Light Sect Temple, shrouded in Immortal Qi, stands a hall with a statue of an old man who resembles a celestial deity.

Suddenly the statue came to life and let out a long, startled cry.

The next moment, the entire Incense and Faith domain of the Bright Light Sect trembled, and countless disciples looked up in reverence at the sky.

A wisp of Incense and Faith appeared in the air, quickly outlining the figure of an old man leaning on a cane. His hair and beard were all white, his face was kind and gentle, and his dignified appearance made it hard for anyone to feel any ill will towards him.

"Mingguang Shangren! Your appearance is still the same as always, quite deceptive indeed!"

The visiting Nascent Spirit Transformation made a blunt joke.

Mingguang Shangren's old face stiffened slightly as he stared at the newcomer. He was extremely shocked, but he smiled faintly and said, "I didn't expect it to be you, Heavenly Human Dao Lord. But what I didn't expect even more is that your avatar has also become Spirit Transformation. It seems that you have gained quite a bit of benefits in the Ghost Realm over the years."

Should I now address you as the Heavenly Human Dao Lord or the Holy Spirit Immortal Lord?

The Spirit Transformation that appeared opposite was none other than Chen Dengming's Incense Clone. Now that the Incense Clone's Incense Dao Body had been rebuilt, its appearance and physique were identical to Chen Dengming's, except that its skin color still had a faint blue tinge.

"A name is merely a code; I am ultimately just an avatar of the true self."

The Incense Clone responded calmly, "Fellow Daoist Mingguang, you live a secluded life, and it's difficult for ordinary people to see you. Finding you is not easy."

"I have ordered you to come here to deliver an invitation to the Tribulation Transcending Assembly. Please be sure to attend on time!"

"The Tribulation Transcending Ceremony?"

Mingguang Shangren frowned slightly, immediately understanding what kind of tribulation this tribulation-crossing ceremony was about.

He had only recently broken through to the peak of the Spirit Transformation stage, and was currently consolidating his cultivation and establishing a new Dao Field within the Ghost Realm; he had no intention of getting involved.

To overcome tribulation, one must rely on one's own strength; what use is relying on anything else?

However, the avatar sent by the Heavenly Human Dao Lord is now Spirit Transformation, which he cannot afford to disregard, and this refusal must not be taken lightly.

As he pondered and considered, the Incense Clone seemed to have seen through his thoughts and calmly said...

"If the Eternal Great Tribulation were to arrive, when the nest is overturned, how can any egg remain intact? If Fellow Daoist Mingguang wishes to avoid it, I fear even the newly established Daoist Dao Field in the Ghost Realm might not be able to be preserved."

Mingguang Shangren was startled and frowned as he looked at the Incense Clone. He could detect a faint threat in the words.

Although he has now broken through to the peak of the Spirit Transformation, he is well aware that Chen Dengming's terrifying cultivation speed has also reached the peak, not to mention that his clone has become Spirit Transformation.

Now is not the time to turn against each other.

"Very well! I will certainly attend the meeting as promised! Bai Zhi, please entertain the Immortal Lord on my behalf!"

At Mingguang Shangren's call, a beautiful woman flew out from the sect below; it was none other than Bai Zhi, an old friend from the past.

However, with the Incense Clone's keen observation of the power of Incense and Faith, it was immediately clear that Bai Zhi had completely become a tool for Mingguang Shangren's incense offerings, and even after death, her soul could not escape it.

Following Mingguang Shangren's invitation to the meeting, several other reclusive Nascent Spirit Transformation cultivators were soon approached by their Incense Clone avatars, also invited to attend.

The intimidating power of the Spirit Transformation Avatar is still extremely strong; no one dares to disrespect the Heavenly Human Dao Lord.

Now, Chen Dengming, the Heavenly Human Dao Lord, has the air of being the number one person in the Four Seas Four Regions. He convened a tribulation-crossing conference, and followers flocked to him.

Several days later.

Chen Dengming temporarily left the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm and returned to the Longevity Sect to prepare for the Tribulation Transcending Assembly.

Taking control of the Heavenly Prison is no easy task.

In the past few days, he has tried to control the Heavenly Prison by combining the Heavenly Net with the three great Inheritance Immortal Palace, but all attempts have failed due to the collapse of the Heavenly Net.

The supposedly Heavenly Net- encompassing Heavenly Net of heaven, though its meshes are wide, cannot contain the Heavenly Prison.

However, Chen Dengming has also figured out some tricks and tips, which he will try to implement after the Tribulation Ceremony ends.

On this day, on the floating island above Longevity Peak of the Longevity Sect, Spiritual Qi surged, and colorful Spiritual Qi overflowed the sky.

Elders of the Longevity Sect, each holding a service Law Artifact, flew gracefully and confidently beside the floating island, welcoming the Spirit Transmutation Dao Lord from all directions.

The floating island was filled with Spirit Herb and jade pools, celestial birds flying, hundreds of flowers blooming, and melodious celestial music. Due to the arrival of many Spirit Transmutation Dao Lords, Spiritual Qi siphon effect was naturally generated, making the floating island abundant with Spiritual Qi, which changed the situation of the Spiritual Qi falling in recent days.

"Welcome, Senior Red Lotus Dao Lord! Please come in!"

As the head of the Longevity Sect Leader He Yingyu traveled across the floating islands to greet visitors. Her graceful and poised demeanor, coupled with her bright and kind eyes, made her instantly likable.

Inside the conference hall on the island, Chen Dengming sat in the head seat, with Su Yan Yan sitting beside him, chatting amiably with the many Nascent Spirit Transmutation Dao Lord had come to attend.

Inside the hall, people in blue robes and white sleeves, with their hair flowing, chatted and laughed, their teacups clinking, creating a harmonious atmosphere. At least on the surface, it seemed that none of the Nascent Spirit Transmutation Dao Lord had any complaints about this Tribulation Transcending Assembly.

After an incense stick has burned.

Almost all the invited Spirit Transmutation Dao Lord attended the meeting as scheduled, and no one broke their promise.

Chen Dengming was very satisfied and immediately told everyone his original intention in holding the Tribulation Transcending Assembly, while observing everyone's expressions.

However, the many old monsters who came to the meeting were all cunning old foxes who had been around for thousands of years. They did not show their emotions, so naturally they would not reveal too much to others.

Upon hearing Chen Dengming's original intention, Star Cloud Dao Lord of Flying Immortal Island pondered and said, "Heavenly Human Dao Lord, so you're saying that by convening this Tribulation Transcending Conference, you intend for our various sects to contribute their resources to support your cultivation and help you break through to the Heavenly Human Dao Lord Integration stage? If I understand correctly, that's what you mean, right?"

Upon hearing this, the other Spirit Transmutation Dao Lord either smiled faintly or remained indifferent, none of them frowning, but the atmosphere had become quite intriguing.

Chen Dengming didn't intend to beat around the bush. He had already anticipated everyone's various reactions. He smiled calmly and said, "That's right. To put it bluntly, it's exactly what you meant, Star Cloud Dao Lord. Everyone is aware that resources are scarce in the Four Seas Four Regions. Now that a great calamity is approaching, I hope that everyone can set aside their personal opinions and help me break through to the Dao Integration stage quickly."

These words immediately made the atmosphere in the hall quite serious and solemn.

Some Your Majesty who were smiling also put away their smiles. Only the Divine Sword Dao Lord and the Five Elements Dao Lord, who had a decent relationship with the Longevity Sect, were able to remain polite.

Mingguang Shangren closed his eyes, sneering inwardly, but did not take the lead in making an attack.

He had long anticipated that this tribulation-crossing ceremony would not be so simple, and he was mentally prepared, but he was no fool to be the first to challenge the currently powerful Celestial Heavenly Human Dao Lord.

The atmosphere inside the meeting hall was tense and terrifying. The many long-lived elders and Dao Child waiting outside the hall all had drastic changes in expression, their hearts pounding, and they felt intense pressure.

The Divine Sense will of the Spirit Transmutation Dao Lord is too powerful. Even before it manifests, their emotional fluctuations can bring terrifying pressure to others.

"Snort!"

It was the most straightforward and arrogant Yongxin Sword Lord was the first to lash out, his eyes flashing coldly as he stared directly at Chen Dengming, "Heavenly Human Dao Lord, your demands are far too excessive. You are using the Great Tribulation as an excuse to demand that we provide resources for your cultivation and help you break through to the Dao Integration stage."

To be honest, you're far too arrogant. What makes us believe that you can definitely break through to the Dao Integration stage? And what makes you think that once you break through, you can definitely stop the great calamity?"

This was quite a blunt statement, but Yongxin Sword Lord, now at the peak of the Spirit Transformation stage, had the confidence to say such a thing.

If Chen Dengming and Longevity Dao Lord were people he admired in his youth, then now that his own interests have been infringed upon, Yongxin Sword Lord will not hesitate to turn against them.

After all, most people were once passionate and righteous, but once they gained power, their ambitions swelled and their greed grew even greater.

In his view, Chen Dengming was already showing this trend.

Faced with Yongxin Sword Lord's questioning, Chen Dengming showed no anger and did not respond immediately. Instead, he turned to look at the other Spirit Transmutation Dao Lord and said, "To be honest, you are all my seniors. I am deeply honored that you are sitting here to listen to my suggestions."

Now, besides Your Majesty, is there anyone else among you who thinks I am not qualified to make this request?

Upon hearing this, many Spirit Transformation frowned slightly, glancing at Su Yan Yan, who remained expressionless as she brewed tea without uttering a word. They had already discerned the weight hidden in Chen Dengming's words.

Yes.

Originally, Chen Dengming was just a junior, but now he is Heavenly Human Dao Lord whom no one dares to ignore, with a cultivation level of the Perfected Spirit Transformation stage, and even his clones are at the Spirit Transmutation Stage. Is this terrifying growth rate enough to warrant recognition? Is he qualified enough?

Moreover, the Longevity Sect now boasts three Nascent Spirit Transformation.

However, since it involved everyone's vital interests, after a moment of silence, Red Lotus Dao Lord frowned and said, "Heavenly Human Dao Lord, your Longevity Sect already has enough resources. Now that the great calamity of heaven and earth is approaching, resources are becoming increasingly scarce. My Red Lotus Sword Sect really has very few resources left to offer, and we are truly willing but unable to do so."

This is a very tactful way of refusing; feigning poverty is a way of expressing refusal, and at least the tone makes it look better.

With Red Lotus Dao Lord taking the lead, Star Cloud Dao Lord and Divine Turtle Dao Lord also cried poverty, expressing their willingness but inability to help.

Chen Dengming's smile vanished, and he interrupted with a cold snort, saying, "It seems that you all believe I, Chen, am incapable of breaking through to the Dao Integration stage and unworthy of your trust?"

Who orchestrated and carried out the annihilation of Qingmingzi by the Qing Mingzi back then?

Who was it that rescued Senior Qu from beyond the borders?

And who is working to eliminate the Buddha Guai and resolve this age-old problem? Could it be you all?

The room fell silent. Everyone looked at Chen Dengming with shocked expressions, some frowning, some pondering, and some astonished.

Regarding the destruction of the Buddha Guai, many Your Majesty present speculated based on the movements they sensed, but none of these speculations were ever confirmed.

Now, upon learning from Chen Dengming that such a Dao Integration Great Power had been eliminated, they were all deeply shaken.

This is indeed a testament to their ability and achievements, which no one can deny. In fact, if they were invited to join the effort to Buddha Guai, how many of them would dare to go? Most would probably decline.

"You certainly deserve credit for eliminating the Buddha Guai, but this was definitely not something you could have accomplished alone, was it?"

Just then, Mingguang Shangren spoke up with a smile, seemingly asking a casual question.

"Not bad!" Chen Dengming said calmly, "The Buddha Guai was destroyed by me in conjunction with the Living Buddha Senior, Senior Qu, and Dongfang Huayuan."

This was also part of our plan: to destroy the Buddha Guai, fulfill the wish of Dongfang Huayuan, and help him break through to the Dao.

"Now, Dongfang Huayuan has already attained the Dao and is consolidating his Dao domain."

These words immediately caused a huge uproar, and everyone's expression changed.

To Buddha Guai and achieve enlightenment—what a daring and terrifying plan this is!

The key point is that Chen Dengming actually succeeded, and Dongfang Huayuan has now achieved Dao Integration, while they are still completely unaware of it.

Yongxin Sword Lord couldn't help but show astonishment, staring at Chen Dengming with his white hair at the temples in front of him, speechless.

Looking at what this young man has done over the years, first eliminating Qing Mingzi, then Buddha Guai, and helping Dongfang Huayuan, he certainly has great ambition and achievements. This new plan to overcome tribulations may not be just empty boasting and unlikely to succeed.

Seeing the surprised expressions on everyone's faces, Chen Dengming continued, "I dare not guarantee that after breaking through to the Dao Integration Realm, I will definitely be able to resolve the great calamity, but with the help of the Dao Domain formed by the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm, I can at least protect many people."

"I ask you all here, who is confident that they can immediately condense a vast Dao Domain after achieving Dao Integration?"

Everyone frowned.

Let alone the Dao Realm, even among those who have reached the Dao Integration Realm, only Mingguang Shangren and Yongxin Sword Lord have just broken through to the peak of the Spirit Transformation stage, and are still at least four or five hundred years away from reaching the Dao Integration Realm.

Moreover, in terms of Dao domains, the Dao lineages cultivated by everyone present are indeed not as advantageous as Chen Dengming's inheritance of the Immortal Celestial Lineage and possession of an entire Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm.

This is the substantial legacy left behind by the Celestial Immortal Sect.

Considering all this, Chen Dengming was indeed quite confident in leading everyone through the tribulation.

"The Dao Domain problem is easy to solve. As for the Dao Integration stage, if you are all willing to contribute your resources, I, Chen Dengming, dare to guarantee that I will be able to break through to the Dao Integration stage within a hundred years."

Chen Dengming made a startling statement, rising to his feet with his hands behind his back, and said, "Furthermore, I, Chen, will not let you all contribute in vain. I have already researched how to properly deal with the Tribulation Mist. After further research and improvement, I can help your sects quickly deal with the Tribulation Mist, reduce the disaster, and delay the calamity."

At this point, some people immediately showed interest.

Everyone present knew how troublesome the Tribulation Mist was, and that Chen Dengming had a way to handle it was excellent, truly demonstrating his extraordinary abilities.

"Now that I have said this, what are your thoughts, esteemed gentlemen?" Chen Dengming turned around, raised his teacup, and smiled slightly.

The Divine Sword Dao Lord and the Five Elements Dao Lord exchanged a glance, then immediately ceased their hesitation.

"Our Shu Sword Pavilion is willing to fully support the Heavenly Human Dao Lord in achieving Dao!"

"I, the Five Elements Escape Sect, am also willing!"

Seeing this, even those other Spirit Transmutation Dao Lord who were truly unwilling could now see that Chen Dengming's chances of achieving Dao integration had increased, considering that he now had support.

Once Chen Dengming successfully achieves Dao Integration, regardless of whether he can overcome the Great Tribulation, those who disagree with him now have already offended a Dao Integration expert, which will be another calamity.

Moreover, Chen Dengming's promise to eliminate the hidden dangers of the Tribulation Mist, and his boast that he would protect the world after achieving Dao, are all benefits that can be enjoyed.

Disagreeing now will bring no benefits, but many disadvantages...

At that moment, everyone could only express their willingness to donate money to help.

Chen Dengming raised his glass, exchanged a smile with Su Yan Yan, and this time the crowdfunding for the breakthrough resource was a success...

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