Upon learning of Lei Fang's idea, Jiang Ping hesitated, as he truly didn't want to dampen the confidence of this promising young man.
Lei Fang, however, was bursting with fighting spirit and insisted on fighting, saying:
"Relax, this battle will definitely remain unknown to outsiders."
Jiang Ping thought for a moment and decided to grant his wish.
The Turtle Shell reappeared, setting up a battlefield barrier for the two.
Lei Fang suddenly soared into the air, his aura surging, standing there as if he could swallow the sun and moon, Sky Curtain darkened instantly.
Before him stretched Black Abyss, constantly devouring the essence of all things, causing spiritual energy to deplete.
This scene was extremely terrifying; it was an unparalleled Dao technique that devoured the All Things Flourish. If investigated further, it could eventually devour Myriad Daos.
The old Turtle Shell looked at this person with a hint of apprehension.
In other words, Lei Fang himself lacked potential and could not reach his full potential. In addition, he was kind-hearted and would not do anything immoral. Otherwise, this could have been a huge disaster for Xuanhuang.
Of course, there's no need to be so worried in the Xuanhuang World, as there's another Chaos Body suppressing him here.
With a boom, the Dao essence in the sky boiled, and Lei Fang the first move. The Black Abyss Domain continued to spread, and its Qi Mechanism was vast, threatening to encompass this entire Universe.
Jiang Ping inhaled and exhaled Chaos Aura, Primordial Mystic Light re-enacted all things. The Dao Chapters cleaved heaven and earth anew, and the celestial universe was restored.
The two Chaos Body intertwined, each holding up half the sky, battling with the mysteries of chaos.
With a bang, Lei Fang suddenly sent flying, his body covered in blood, blood seeping from his mouth and nose.
He stared at Jiang Ping in terror. "You..."
"Jiang has also made some progress."
At this moment, Jiang Ping created all things in front of him, and a bottomless Black Abyss appeared behind him, from which the spiritual energy of all things slowly surged forth.
Yin and Yang, giving rise to all things, intertwine to create the more perfect Primordial Mystic Light.
Lei Fang was completely petrified; Jiang Ping had also acquired his unique devouring ability...
Moreover, he discovered a chilling fact: while he had made progress, with his Dao Body construction reaching over 15%, his opponent's progress was even more rapid, and the gap between them had not only not widened but had actually narrowed.
Lei Fang immediately looked bitter. He felt he had no choice but to endure the hardship; why should he compete with a monster in cultivation progress?
He had accumulated three hundred years of experience, while his opponent could achieve the same level in just a few decades. In terms of talent, he was already at a disadvantage.
"Having reached the halfway point of the Chaos Body, he should be comparable to Mid-Rank Dao Monarch."
The Turtle Shell assessed Jiang Ping's Combat strength, then couldn't help but sigh. This young man was like a treasure trove waiting to be unearthed; the more it was dug, the more astonishing it became. He even possessed a technique as profound as [Reverse Effect into Cause], what else couldn't he do?
"The outside world's evaluation of this kid is still too conservative. Dao Monarch? He's nothing yet."
Suddenly, the Turtle Shell felt that Xuanhuang's future was not necessarily bleak, but rather held infinite possibilities.
Thinking of this, it couldn't help but perform another divination for Xuanhuang, then tore the divination chart to shreds:
"It's fake, it corrupts my Dao Heart."
Afterwards, Lei Fang a surge of fighting spirit, and his shame spurred him to greater courage. Moreover, he felt that if they were to spar again, Jiang Ping should be made to hold back a bit more. Only by using one of the extreme abilities of the Chaos Body could he verify whether Jiang Ping had improved.
Unaware of Lao Lei's thoughts, Jiang Ping returned to his own courtyard.
With the selection of geniuses Initial Land, he also needs to improve his strength and strive to fully digest the accumulation of knowledge from Heavenly Heart Cave.
He sat cross-legged under the locust tree, with the torrent of time rolling around him. Dao-Self Body stood tall, surrounded by a rain of light, and the symbols of the Great Dao condensed into a golden lotus platform beneath his feet.
It is paving the way for the future of the original being.
First, it interprets the mysteries of the Chaos Body, the duality of Yin and Yang and yang, and expresses the myriad phenomena.
Then, it merged All Laws, from the Reincarnation Saber to the Void Karma Dao Chapter.
Upon receiving the feedback, Jiang Ping's eyes cleared, and the Chaos Aura around him became much stronger.
A month later, his Chaos Body progressed again, and there were few signs of it exploding.
Occasionally, he would feel a tightness in his chest, as if his body was about to collapse. But as soon as such a thought arose, with the blessing of the Dao-Self Body, the mistake was corrected, everything returned to the right track, and he improved smoothly.
"The wonders of Dao Self technique are beyond words. Lei Fang will continue to explode, improving amidst bloodshed and danger. But I no longer need to endure such trials. The path ahead is clear; there's no need for trial and error."
Jiang Ping suddenly understood.
The Turtle Shell had been observing from the sidelines, but now it couldn't sit still any longer and couldn't resist asking for advice:
How did you learn the technique of "Reverse Effect into Cause"?
Sometimes, it even felt that the Xuanhuang Will was cheating for Jiang Ping.
But thinking about it, that's impossible; otherwise, those Ancestral Artifacts would have already received instructions to take him to the Initial Land.
"It's right here."
Suddenly, Dao-Self Body stepped out of time and into the mortal world, holding a scripture in my hand.
The Turtle Shell was opened with a sense of doubt, and the contents were carefully examined. Then, it was slightly surprised, but also somewhat relieved:
"This is the <Time Sword Scripture>, so if one cultivates this scripture, one can Reverse Effect into Cause at the True Saint level?"
"That's right."
Jiang Ping nodded. He had never revealed the wonders of Dao-Self Body to the old tortoise; the tortoise must have seen through it before trying to understand it.
He didn't hide this fact; if others learned this method, they could do the same.
The Turtle Shell remained silent. Though it was a weapon, it possessed a studious heart. After studying the book for several days, it closed it, shook its head, and said:
"This method is too profound and lacks universal applicability."
Jiang Ping had actually considered this issue as well. If all martial arts practitioners possessed the Dao-Self Body, their progress could increase dramatically.
But thinking about it, that's impossible. It's a mishmash of two famous works, "The Years Scripture" and "The Time Scripture," which requires too much talent.
He showed it to Chen Qingyan before, and she thought it was some kind of heavenly book, yawning repeatedly and almost using it to prop up the corner of the table.
"We could try it on some exceptionally talented individuals."
The Turtle Shell offered its advice.
Of course, it doesn't demand that Jiang Ping directly reveal this supreme Dao Scripture. After all, it is the other party's achievement. Even if it doesn't have universal applicability, its value is still enormous, and its abilities are too heaven-defying. If extraterrestrial visitors were to find out about it, they would surely launch a fierce attack on Xuanhuang.
"That makes sense. We can let others try it out."
Jiang Ping did not refuse the suggestion and immediately called his two children, who were inside the sect, back.
"Father."
Jiang Hao greeted him respectfully.
He grew increasingly dashing, and his reputation among the inner sect was extremely renowned, not only because he was Jiang Ping's son, but also because his talent was gradually revealed, and his cultivation progress was visible to the naked eye, surpassing one Peers after another.
"You two siblings should take a look. First, memorize the scriptures, and then practice what you can."
Jiang Ping handed the book over.
The brother and sister became interested; they were both highly talented and were regarded as the face of the Qingling Palace.
But the father implied that they might not be able to learn this technique.
Two weeks later, Jiang Yao left, feeling that this method did not suit her.
It's not fair to say she lacks talent, because during this time she has already grasped some of the nuances of life.
Of course, in Jiang Ping's eyes, she wasn't outstanding enough yet. Jiang Yao was currently making rapid progress and couldn't be delayed because of this.
Jiang Hao is still relentlessly pursuing his goals, just like his personality—somewhat stubborn and inflexible. Back then, in order to adapt to his physical Incompleteness, he endured the pain of not taking medicine. Later, in order to forge the Samsara, he didn't care that his strength was far surpassed by his sister.
This is especially true now. He believes that if one delves deeply into this method, there is an even greater possibility of becoming the Dao Ancestor of the Samsara in the future.
Jiang Ping cautioned, "While Reverse Effect into Cause is defying the heavens, it's linked to one's own potential. It's unrealistic to say that once it manifests in my Dao-Self Body, I'll necessarily be able to navigate the path of the Dao Ancestor."
"I understand."
Jiang Hao nodded, and then he left as well. A fellow disciple sent a message, asking him to go and catch a demon together.
Jiang Ping was left alone under the locust tree again.
Fortunately, his wife would occasionally leave her seclusion and invite him out for a walk to relieve the boredom, or let him expound on the great principles of life.
Lei Fang often visited Jiang Ping for advice, and Jiang Ping patiently answered his questions.
Days passed by, and a year went by in the blink of an eye.
Bang!
Lei Fang exploded again. Unlike Jiang Ping's steady improvement, this guy always explodes whenever he improves.
Moreover, at a crucial juncture, he received guidance from Jiang Ping, and gained a great deal that year, completing 20% Chaos Body construction.
However, because of this, the explosion was too violent, and his body was almost torn to pieces, with a large portion of his soul extinguished.
Seeing the critical situation, Lei Fang took out various rare and legendary medicines to heal his injuries, but it was still not enough.
At the critical moment, Elder Ming intervened and gifted him a Life Green Lotus.
Lei Fang survived the ordeal without serious injury, and his strength increased significantly.
He bowed deeply to Elder Ming, saying, "Senior Xie. Lei Fang remember this forever."
Elder Ming chuckled and waved his hand magnanimously, "It's alright, you're Jiang Ping's friend."
However, he was pondering whether this favor belonged to Lei Fang personally or to the Kaiyang Sacred Land.
That evening, Lei Fang visited Jiang Ping.
Are you leaving?
Jiang Ping felt a little reluctant to part with them after learning their purpose.
Although he was Lei Fang pointers, he was also reviewing what he had learned and gaining a deeper understanding of the ability to devour.
"Well, I've used up most of my resources. Time to head back to the Divine Continent."
Lei Fang nodded. It was one thing that the miraculous medicine had run out, but his elders at home were also calling for him.
He comes from a prominent family in the Kaiyang Sacred Land, with ancestors who were High-Rank Dao Monarch, so his background is quite illustrious.
Even so, he seemed to have been excluded from this Initial Land talent selection process.
"Your talent is quite remarkable. In terms of strength, you're not quite Dao Monarch, but you're even stronger than Dao Monarch!"
Jiang Ping took a sip of tea, hearing about this kind of inside story for the first time.
Lei Fang is Direct Line of the Holy Land, how could he be unable to enter the Initial Land?
"The Initial Land selection of talent was the result of discussions among the various patriarchs, but the specific selection criteria for individuals were decided by those Mid-Rank Dao Monarch. Their disapproval of my becoming Dao Monarch was also due to their fear of my physique."
Lei Fang smiled wryly. His Dao Body was too special; if he were to cultivate it, it would cause damage to heaven and earth.
"No, no, the Xuanhuang cannot contain even a Chaos Body."
Jiang Ping frowned.
If it were a Chaos Dao Ancestor, it might be a disaster for Xuanhuang, but Lei Fang's potential is already at the limit of Dao Monarch.
"Brother Jiang, rest assured, my Lei Family still has some influence. Entering the Initial Land shouldn't be a problem; the Holy Land is already in the works."
Lei Fang his hand, changing the subject.
Afterwards, Jiang Ping treated the other party to a farewell feast with fine wine and food, and even invited peerless geniuses such as Xiao Ran and Fang Xin, showing them great respect.
Everyone toasted and drank, and the guests and hosts enjoyed themselves immensely.
However, before leaving, Lei Fang extended another invitation to spar.
Jiang Ping quickly waved his hand. "There's no need. Sparring or not has no practical significance."
Lei Fang remained firm. His recent improvement had significantly increased his strength, and he demanded that his opponent only show one side of himself, without any balance or fusion, as this would be fairer.
Jiang Ping: "..."
A short while later, he sighed:
"Why are you doing this, my friend?"
Not far in front of Jiang Ping, Lei Fang in a terrible state. He struggled several times but could not get up. He coughed up blood, his eyes split open, and scarlet blood beads slowly flowed from his seven orifices.
Xiao Ran Fang Xin, who were watching from the sidelines, felt a little sorry for her and turned their backs.
That's terrible. He was supposed to be an invincible Chaos Body, but he couldn't even last ten moves against that person.
Lei Fang touched his aching chest and sensed that several of his ribs were broken. Those were Chaos Bones, now broken into several pieces.
He was somewhat lost in thought, a blizzard raging through his mind, utterly awe-inspiring.
Then, he sighed with a wry smile, "Brother Jiang, don't you think you're too abnormal? In just over a year, you've surpassed me in progress, and your Chaos Body construction is Thirty percent complete. Are you sure you're not Child of Destiny shaped by the Xuanhuang Will?"
Xiao Ran rushed over to help him up, only to find that he was seriously injured; Jiang Ping seemed to have hit him too hard and hadn't stopped.
Elder Ming appeared at the opportune moment, bringing out precious healing medicines he had prepared beforehand, his face beaming with enthusiasm.
Lei Fang didn't hesitate and swallowed it all. He couldn't go back like this; it would be a loss of face.
Meanwhile, the Ziwei Sacred Land in the Divine Continent.
A Sword Qi the Giant City, just like Jiang Ping back then. However, the spear was in an even more miserable state, almost breaking in two.
Ren Ran, now Samsara Female Monarch, gazed at the peerless beauty in the sky and felt somewhat ashamed of herself.
Xie Wen narrowed his eyes, seemingly lost in thought.
The old woman, who possessed High-Rank Dao Armament, sighed, "There's nothing we can do. This is the second Years Monarch, an invincible being in the same domain. Defeating him is as easy as drinking water or eating rice."
Of course, unlike her furious reaction when Jiang Ping bullied Giant City last time, the old woman was very polite this time. Even though the other party deliberately used that spear to make a name for himself by stepping on Ziwei Sacred Land, she still smiled and warmly invited the guests to come up the mountain for drinks.
The old woman glanced at the black longsword beside the woman out of the corner of her eye, her eyelids twitching slightly. It seemed to be the legendary ancestral weapon of the Yu family.
The following morning, at the Qingling Palace.
Jiang Ping had just returned to his courtyard after seeing Lei Fang on his journey when Cui Yue informed him of the explosive news from the Divine Continent.
"The Years Female Monarch..."
Jiang Ping murmured, quite surprised. This era is truly magnificent; even the Years Monarch has reappeared.
Awakened by the scream of the Jade hairpin Turtle Shell sighed with emotion, "Back then, when you reigned over the Ziwei Sacred Land, if you had a powerful Dao artifact to back you up, how could you have been hunted down and forced to apologize, only to be ridiculed afterwards? And with the Broken Sword lying across the way, that Yu Xi clearly wanted to step on the spear to show off her Divine Might, yet she was warmly invited to drink by the Ziwei Sacred Land. These holy lands have no backbone; they actually bully the weak and fear the strong."
Jiang Ping retorted, "That's not fair. After all, I killed two peerless geniuses back then."
"Never mind, let's not talk about this."
Suddenly, the tone of the Turtle Shell changed, becoming somewhat hurried:
"Your Chaos Body progress is already more than halfway complete?!"
"Yes, thanks to the accumulation in the Heavenly Heart Cave, the improvement has been so rapid."
Jiang Ping readily admitted that the old tortoise's level of skill was profound, and he couldn't hide it from him.
If Lei Fang heard this, he would definitely be shocked.
In this final battle, Jiang Ping had truly unleashed a devastating attack...
The Turtle Shell remained silent for a moment, processing this shocking news.
He once speculated that Jiang Ping was the true Fate Child hidden by the Xuanhuang Will.
The Turtle Shell paused for a moment, then suddenly asked, "How long until the initial selection of talent in the Initial Land?"
"It seems to be two years from now."
Jiang Ping replied that the secrets of the Initial Land had spread throughout Xuanhuang, and the specific time had been roughly determined.
"Two years..."
The Turtle Shell pondered for a moment, then said, "Could we forge a Chaos Dao Monarch?"