A Miscalculation, the Yin-Yang Pagoda Moves!

As his Fortune declined, various factors began to move in a direction unfavorable to Lü Liang.

The boundless power controlled by Lü Liang had already consumed all of his mind and strength, and was an overdraft. He failed to capture Qiu Yan in one fell swoop, but was instead dragged into exhaustion, which was extremely costly. His Fleshly Body were also destroyed by the Yin wind. Even if he could restore it through visualization, the speed of recovery could not keep up with the speed of bone decay and skin erosion.

The changes that just happened, though seemingly complex, actually took very little time. In a short period of time, Lü Liang's body was reduced to a thin layer of bones, and it looked like it was about to dissolve.

The flesh and bones on his body did not appear out of thin air. Every piece of flesh and every Root Bone was transformed from divine power. Every loss of a bit of them was equivalent to consuming the foundation of divine power and the Incense Faith of his heart.

Finally, thanks to the power of the Book of Fortune, all the unfavorable factors came together.

The eerie winds, the corrosive effects of flesh and blood, the depletion of divine power, the fear of the spirits, the exhaustion of the believers 'Votive Thoughts, and the torrent of Dao Arts and Martial Dao Will— all these factors combined to create an increasingly unstable situation that was becoming increasingly difficult to control.

These factors, at first glance, seem to be just a matter of luck, but upon closer examination, they are all related to Qiu Yan's actions. Without the prior planning, even with the Book of Fortune, it would not have been possible to see immediate results.

Finally, after a roar, Lü Liang's flesh and blood body showed signs of complete collapse. The string in his heart was stretched to the limit! He sighed, gathered his Divine Sense and divine power back, turned his body, and glowed again, transforming into Divine Body once more.

Wow!

In this way, the boundless power immediately dissipated, Dao Arts and Martial Dao Will will ceased to exist, turning into a whirlwind that scattered in all directions and disappeared in the blink of an eye!

Qiu Yan paused slightly, his Fleshly Body coming to a halt.

Before him, the painting on the table was nearing completion. At first glance, the whole painting appeared as a unified whole. The campfire and the tribespeople were the main subjects, struggling against nature and wild beasts, with subtle layers, and the indomitable spirit burst forth.

This artistic conception, from the very beginning, swept away the oppressive atmosphere around them. Even the many scholars outside breathed a sigh of relief, feeling as if the clouds had parted to reveal the clear sky. Many of them even showed signs of transformation in their State of Mind due to the ups and downs.

"There seemed to be some kind of atmosphere or mood surrounding us just now. It was constantly changing!"

"The rise and fall, the tension and relaxation, the balance of tension and relaxation, have given me some insights."

"Indeed, I once heard Grand Confucian lecture and experienced a similar scene. That Grand Confucian traveled a long way, and even before he arrived, his Awe-Inspiring Qi arrived first. It can change people's hearts and enlighten their minds."

"You're talking about Grand Confucian scholars who have mastered knowledge to the core. Their every action conforms to Human Path Order, which is why they possess such abilities. But where would you find such Grand Confucian deep in this dense forest?"

"So, where did that change just now come from? Since we all felt it, it couldn't have been an illusion. Could it be...?"

As this lingering atmosphere spread, the scholars outside the house and courtyard were also freed from their suppressed feelings. Recalling various events, they were filled with emotion and couldn't help but start discussing. But as they talked, their gazes fell on the room where Qiu Yan was.

Even the people who came to collect the painting were no exception. They had come a few days before and had similar feelings, but none were as intense as today.

"I've heard that Qiu Yan's calligraphy is extremely accomplished, with every stroke imbued with spirit. Now it seems that his painting skills are also improving day by day, and today he displayed an unprecedented momentum. Although he cannot compare to our teachers and the academy's director, he is already far superior to the most prominent figures in the academy."

These people who took the paintings, though not the top figures in the academy, were quite knowledgeable, far more so than ordinary scholars. They were also mostly studious individuals, good at seizing opportunities to learn, and naturally able to draw many conclusions from these artistic conceptions.

Their conversation was overheard by Chen Cai and Su Yan, who were not far away. Their expressions differed, but their gazes toward the house held a hint of emotion.

However, Qiu Yan inside the house was unaffected by the gossip outside; everything remained the same, proceeding as usual.

"Only after the storm can the sun shine again. This was true in Ancient Scene, and it is no different today. Once we weather the storm, we can at least see the way forward. Lü Liang's move of endless Dao Arts and willpower, in terms of Divine Ability alone, may very well exceed the Third Grade rank. Since he is a reincarnated god, he must have a foundation. This use of Divine Ability has overdrawn his own strength, and this setback will inevitably weaken him. Moreover, he doesn't have many trump cards left. What we need to guard against right now is actually that Yin-Yang Pagoda..."

A gentle breeze blew in from the window, landing on my face and bringing a refreshing Qingliang.

Qiu Yan's mind raced as he analyzed the battle situation.

Throughout history, it has been common for people to challenge opponents of higher levels in battles. However, it is usually people of lower levels who exert power far beyond their own capabilities to fight against stronger opponents of higher levels. But it is rare for someone like Lü Liang to exert power far beyond his current level to fight against an opponent of the same level.

Even more strangely, he did not win.

With a flick of his sleeve, Qiu Yan lightly touched and outlined the edges of the painting with his brush—this was the finishing touch. At the same time, he called for someone to bring Dai Guo's Name Seal.

Everything is proceeding smoothly.

The farmland, arranged like an array, isolates this area of houses and farmland from the outside world. Through the sentiments and thoughts of the scholar, it has accumulated a burgeoning momentum, ready to stir, only lacking a catalyst.

In the Lin Zhong, Huang Yan's expression shifted between light and shadow, and in his arms, the jade tablet containing the Sage Spirit trembled incessantly!

"I may have misjudged Qiu Yan!"

"I really misjudged this Min Yuan!"

In the Netherworld Domain, Lü Liang's face was gloomy, his aura fluctuated, and his imposing presence plummeted. Not to mention compared to when he was wielding Dao Arts and his will, he couldn't even reach the power he had at the beginning.

This shows how much of his strength was consumed by that boundless power.

The ground was a mess, cracked everywhere, yet three figures stood side by side.

That was Qiu Yan's Divine Spirit Body, his Heart Demon Body, and his Heart Ape carrying his Fleshly Body, Literary Thought, and artistic conceptions.

With Three Bodies and three eyes, they all looked at Lü Liang in the sky.

"As expected of Circuit City God, you are truly extraordinary. To express our respect for your Divine Rank, we shall use our Heavenly Gods to send you on your way!"

As soon as Qiu Yan, all Three Bodies moved!

Three figures, one Origin Source, overlapped at this moment!

The Heart Demon Body and the Divine Body were connected at the feet, extending outwards and transforming into a shadow!

The giant ape leaped, carrying with it the Literary Thought and the spirit of all people, crashing into the Divine Spirit Body, pouring into it, and condensing around the talisman, transforming into a golden, glittering heart!

Expand!

The Divine Body suddenly expanded, and divine power rapidly condensed. Changes were taking place at the microscopic level throughout its body. Muscle fibers slowly emerged, bone marrow rolled out, and flesh and bones combined, spreading throughout the entire body.

Crack!

A spark of lightning emanated from deep within his bones and flesh, dancing across his body's surface. More and more of them appeared, one after another, like nimble snakes, constantly darting about. With each rotation, his form grew larger, accumulating a complex and abundant power within!

This power contains divine power, the Incense Faith of believers, the wishes of the faithful, the distracting thoughts of the Heart Ape, the demonic thoughts of the Heart Demon, the obsessions of scholars, the fascination with High Antiquity, the vicissitudes of Human Path, and one can also faintly feel the pulse of the Sage Spirit!

Qiu Yan's mind became increasingly hazy with each flash of lightning. Memories churned, scenes from his present life and memories from his Three Bodies converged, transcending time and space, and returning him to that forest of steel and concrete.

His gaze seemed to see through the surface of the forest, reaching right into its depths.

Past lives and present lives, gods and mortals, distracting thoughts and demonic nature.

At this moment, using his body as a vessel, they converged and gathered together, flowing out with streaks of lightning, finally converging on his hands.

Snap! Snap!

With his hands shattered, Qiu Yan's Divine Body spontaneously transformed into a flesh and blood body. These flesh and blood hands were fair, delicate, and untrained; how could they possibly withstand the ravages of lightning?

It instantly shattered into a spray of blood.

As flesh disintegrated, skin and bones receded, flashing lightning coalesced into the shape of two hands, seemingly replacing them.

In the sky, Lü Liang, whose aura had greatly weakened, caught his breath and saw Qiu Yan's strange condition. His expression changed repeatedly, and without saying another word, he directly raised his hand and pointed!

Boom!

A massive earthquake shook the earth, and the Yin-Yang Pagoda rose from the ground!

The gods gathered in the tower immediately fled in a panic, realizing that there was no room for them in the upcoming battle.

"As expected, Lü Liang used the Yin-Yang Pagoda. We are both of the Third Grade, but Lü Liang wanted to suppress me in one fell swoop, so he naturally had to use Divine Ability that transcended his rank. His previous Dao Arts and torrent of will were unexpected, but they have already weakened. Now, he is using the Yin-Yang Pagoda, an external object, to fight against me, which is the only way to get back on track."

As the Yin-Yang Pagoda drew closer, Qiu Yan became increasingly calm, his heart as still as water.

"I also know something about the Yin-Yang Pagoda. When I first encountered it, I studied the seventh gate on the fourth floor. Even though Lü Liang is Third Grade cultivator, he absolutely cannot drive such a behemoth on his own. After the battle just now, he is extremely weak, so relying on external forces is the best option, but his control over it is definitely not high..."

Just as Qiu Yan was changing his mind, the Yin-Yang Pagoda was already behind Lü Liang. The latter sneered, "I know what you're plotting. You infiltrated this tower and lingered for a long time. You must have left some tricks up your sleeve. But I advise you not to dream of launching a sneak attack!"

As soon as he finished speaking, he activated his divine power, and the tower behind him began to tremble. Profound power fell from the top of the tower, circled around the tower, and expelled all kinds of impurities!

While it may be called impurities, it actually encompasses a wide range of things, including a bit of Qiu Yan's divine power.

In addition, the gods, led by the Tongpan God, also changed color, clearly indicating that they had also hidden some things in the tower and were expelled along with him.

Immediately afterward, the Yin-Yang Pagoda trembled violently, unleashing its immense Divine Spirit Body. The surrounding deities shuddered, their Virtual Talisman flying out. Caught off guard, they could barely maintain their flight and plummeted into the Netherworld. (To be continued, please search for the novel for better and faster updates!)

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