Nameless Scripture

Among the various regions of the Eastern Wilderness, there were many Desolate Ancient Families and holy lands, but only a handful truly stood at the summit—those possessing Extreme Dao Emperor Weapons.

The Shaking Light Holy Land, the Jade Lake Holy Land, the Jiang Family, and the Ji Family.

There had once also been the Heavenly Jade Holy Land, but unfortunately, its entire sect had charged into the Desolate Forbidden Land and was nearly wiped out. Even its Emperor Weapon had vanished without a trace.

After Qin Sheng advanced to the Other Shore Realm, he traveled to other nations, gathered information on the Shaking Light Holy Land's location from the local Grotto-Heavens and blessed lands, then hurried toward Shaking Light at full speed.

At this point in time, the Great Dao of heaven and earth had yet to revive, and cultivation remained difficult.

Those in the Four Extremes Secret Realm could be considered renowned figures even within holy lands and great families, while Dao Palace Secret Realm cultivators were rare experts in the outside world.

Therefore, with Qin Sheng's strength, he was fairly safe traveling the world.

As one of the overlords of the Eastern Wilderness, the Shaking Light Holy Land's mountain gate was truly majestic.

Palaces stretched endlessly, beyond the eye's reach; divine peaks pierced the sky like celestial pillars.

The spiritual essence of heaven and earth was incomparably dense, spiritual energy surged, and immortal birds and spiritual herbs could be seen everywhere.

Qin Sheng took a breath and felt as though even the air was sweet.

I hope this goes smoothly. Qin Sheng thought.

The Six Great Caves-Heavens of Yan Nation occasionally sent outstanding disciples to the Shaking Light Holy Land, but that was not the only way to enter Shaking Light.

The Shaking Light Holy Land itself recruited disciples directly all year round. As long as one's background was clean and one's talent met the standard, one could join.

Far from the Shaking Light Mountain Gate stood a town, and Qin Sheng entered it to gather some information.

"To join the Shaking Light Holy Land, you must first register at the Yaoguang Branch Residence in the city, then wait for the assessment."

After learning this, Qin Sheng did not hesitate and headed straight for the Yaoguang Branch Residence.

A Dao Palace Secret Realm steward placed his hand on Qin Sheng's shoulder. A moment later, he said in surprise:

"You've already reached the Other Shore Realm at fifteen?"

Such talent was undoubtedly excellent and worthy of attention.

Had Qin Sheng not eaten the Divine Fruit, he would have reached the Other Shore Realm at twenty-five. That was an entirely different matter from reaching it at fifteen.

After completing the registration, the steward said, "Come here early tomorrow morning for the test. Don't be late."

"Alright."

After Qin Sheng left, the steward reported his information upward.

Qin Sheng was not worried about displaying his talent. Instead, he was considering how he should make contact with the Ruthless lineage after entering Shaking Light.

Should he enter the holy land and shout that he wanted to cultivate the Heaven Devouring Demonic Art? He would be slapped to death immediately.

The next day, Qin Sheng arrived at the Yaoguang Branch Residence. That steward brought him to a room where two old men were seated.

"These are Elder Li and Elder Wang of our Shaking Light Holy Land."

"Greetings, Elders."

Most elders of Shaking Light were in the Transformation into Dragon Secret Realm and possessed formidable strength.

"Qin Sheng, you have reached the Other Shore Realm at fifteen. Your talent is excellent, and our Shaking Light Holy Land needs talents like you."

Elder Wang said, "As long as your origins are clean, the holy land's gates will be open to you. Come over."

He personally examined Qin Sheng. Before long, approval appeared in his eyes.

"Excellent bones. The scripture you cultivate is rather crude, and there are no traces of methods from other holy lands or great families. Your talent is even better than I imagined."

"Brother Li, take a look."

Elder Li was taciturn. Only after Elder Wang addressed him did he make a move.

"A Mortal Body... no problem. He can be admitted into the holy land."

Elder Wang sighed. "There are only a few disciples in the entire holy land with special physiques. It is normal for him to have a Mortal Body."

The two elders then tested the others, but unfortunately, their talent was lacking, and none caught their eye.

"There are many peaks and lineages within the holy land. Once you arrive, your information will be circulated among the various lineages. Those interested will accept you into their peak," Elder Wang said.

"With your talent, quite a few lineages will be interested in you. Choose carefully."

"I belong to Sky Light Peak, while Brother Li belongs to Dragon-Pattern Peak."

Qin Sheng spoke up. "I have long admired the Shaking Light Saint Son. May I ask which lineage the Saint Son belongs to?"

After careful consideration, Qin Sheng felt he should still use the Shaking Light Saint Son as his point of entry.

The Ruthless lineage was hiding within Shaking Light, so it would certainly need to recruit successors as well.

"The Saint Son comes from Dragon-Pattern Peak, where Elder Li is based."

Dragon-Pattern Peak... Could this be the Ruthless lineage's disguise?

"You wish to join Dragon-Pattern Peak?" Elder Li asked.

After thinking for a moment, Qin Sheng made his decision.

"Please grant my request, Elder."

Since Qin Sheng had already made his choice, Elder Wang could only let him go.

Without saying a word, Elder Li led Qin Sheng to the mountainside of Dragon-Pattern Peak, where there stood a Divine Hall.

"Follow me."

The two entered the Divine Hall. Inside stood a large black cauldron carved with True Dragon patterns.

Qin Sheng was startled. The Dragon Vein Black Gold Cauldron?

But he immediately dismissed the thought. How could a newly admitted disciple possibly come into contact with an Emperor Weapon?

"This is the Dragon Vein Cauldron of Dragon-Pattern Peak. It can accurately determine what kind of scripture best suits your cultivation," Elder Li said.

"Place your hand on it."

Qin Sheng did as instructed. The next second, a black vortex appeared in the center of the Dragon Vein Cauldron.

Seeing this, lightning flashed in Elder Li's eyes as he knocked Qin Sheng's hand away.

"Alright. Wait here for me."

Elder Li hurried away, suddenly becoming anxious.

Not long afterward, he returned and brought Qin Sheng to an ancient hall atop the peak.

"The Peak Master is inside. Go in."

Elder Li said calmly, "Remember, you must be honest before the Peak Master."

Qin Sheng was somewhat surprised. Was he qualified to meet the Peak Master right after joining?

The Dragon-Pattern Peak Master was a man covered in divine radiance, making his features impossible to see clearly. His eyes were like blazing suns, incomparably brilliant.

"Qin Sheng."

The Dragon-Pattern Peak Master spoke. His voice was like heavenly music, as though he were the King of Gods.

"I already know your test results. You are very good. Let me ask you: do you harbor any intention of harming the holy land?"

The Dragon-Pattern Peak Master's voice contained a strange power that made people speak the truth.

"I have absolutely no disloyal intentions," Qin Sheng replied.

He asked several more questions, and Qin Sheng answered flawlessly because he remained very clear-headed.

You are bewitching the mind and will of Qin Sheng from Shrouding the Heavens. What does that have to do with Qin Sheng from another world?

"Very good. From today onward, you are a disciple of Dragon-Pattern Peak. I shall pass an Ancient Scripture on to you."

The Dragon-Pattern Peak Master took out a black jade talisman and infused it with divine power. At once, a ray of light shot from the talisman into Qin Sheng's mind.

Characters materialized one after another, and the Sea of Suffering Chapter of a Nameless Scripture was imprinted in his heart, impossible to forget.

This scripture was far too profound and mysterious. Compared with it, the techniques Qin Sheng had cultivated before were as simple as kindergarten textbooks.

At the same time, corresponding restrictions appeared to protect the scripture. Even if an unparalleled expert captured Qin Sheng alive, they would never be able to obtain Shaking Light's inheritance from him.

"This scripture is a unique inheritance of Dragon-Pattern Peak. It is extremely difficult to cultivate. Practice it first. If you cannot even enter the gate, you may choose another scripture."

The Dragon-Pattern Peak Master said in a deep voice, "If you encounter anything you do not understand, seek guidance from Elder Li."

"You may leave."

After Qin Sheng departed, another old man emerged from behind the ancient hall. He coughed and said:

"I did not expect another person suited to cultivating the Sacred Art to appear."

"He only has a chance. Whether he can enter the gate remains uncertain," the Dragon-Pattern Peak Master said.

"I observed him with Divine Eye. His bones are excellent, but unfortunately, he is suited to cultivating the Sacred Art rather than the Heavenly Technique. His future will ultimately be limited."

"There are already fewer and fewer people in our lineage willing to cultivate the Sacred Art. A disciple like Qin Sheng is a fine addition."

The old man gave a hoarse laugh. "He is a good seedling. I hope he grows plumper."

Outside the ancient hall, Elder Li had been waiting. Upon seeing Qin Sheng emerge, he turned and left first.

"I'll take you to your cave dwelling."

Along the way, Elder Li told Qin Sheng some information about the Shaking Light Holy Land.

"Holy land disciples are divided into ordinary disciples, elite disciples, Core Disciples, Candidate Saint Sons, and Saint Sons."

"The Peak Master thinks highly of you and has specially permitted you to be provisionally listed as a Core Disciple of Dragon-Pattern Peak. As for what comes next, that depends on your performance with the scripture."

"Elder Li, what is that Ancient Scripture called?" Qin Sheng asked curiously.

"It has no name. Just cultivate diligently."

This response only made Qin Sheng more suspicious that he had truly come into contact with the Ruthless lineage.

The cave dwelling of a Core Disciple was in an excellent location, where Earth Veins converged and the spiritual essence of heaven and earth was incomparably dense.

If Qin Sheng had possessed such conditions on Earth, he would most likely have already entered the Dao Palace Secret Realm.

Besides the cave dwelling, Elder Li also gave Qin Sheng cultivation resources, the most important of which was Source.

Source in the Shrouding the Heavens World could be regarded as something akin to spirit stones in a cultivation world, except its quality was exceedingly high. It contained the origin essence of heaven and earth and was incredibly precious.

"There are endless mystical arts and boundless Divine Abilities within the holy land. As a Core Disciple, you may go to the Dragon Vein Peak Scripture Repository and choose several Divine Abilities to cultivate."

Elder Li said, "You are even qualified to access the holy land's renowned Holy Light Technique."

"Thank you for your guidance, Elder."

Elder Li left. Looking at the Source Stones before him, Qin Sheng took a deep breath.

"Joining the Shaking Light Holy Land was truly a wise decision."

If he had gone with Ye Fan to the Spirit Ruins Paradise, forget Source Stones—even Hundred Herb Liquid brewed from a hundred medicinal herbs would have been a luxury.

For cultivation, one still had to rely on a major power.

"Let me see what this scripture really is..."

Qin Sheng began to comprehend the Ancient Scripture in his mind. Before long, he became immersed in it, only waking after a full day and night.

"Judging solely from the scripture currently available, there are no signs of devouring others or falling into demonic ways. This scripture must have been divided."

Qin Sheng pondered this. The section concerning Sea of Bitterness cultivation was complete, but sections on secret arts, methods for refining artifacts, and the like were all absent.

Clearly, the Dragon-Pattern Peak Master had done this deliberately, unwilling to let Qin Sheng see more.

Others might not find this strange, but to Qin Sheng, who possessed foreknowledge, it was practically an admission of guilt!

"Looks like I really have fallen into the clutches of the Ruthless lineage. Good—do not hold back. Use the Heaven Devouring Demonic Art to torment me mercilessly!"

"First, I'll cultivate this Ancient Scripture."

Qin Sheng's most important task was to use a profound scripture to sort out his foundation, recultivate his Sea of Bitterness, and make up for his previous deficiencies.

Compared with Saint scriptures, Emperor scriptures naturally possessed a far more robust foundation and heritage.

Fortunately, Qin Sheng was still in the Other Shore Realm and had not yet transcended the Sea of Bitterness.

From that day onward, Qin Sheng entered a life of grueling cultivation.

He sought Elder Li's guidance, comprehended the scripture, refined Source, and repeated the cycle over and over.

Until one month later, the Infinite Land suddenly stirred.

Qin Sheng's consciousness descended there, and he discovered that another version of himself had arrived in the Infinite Land. He appeared to be roughly the same age as Qin Sheng.

"So there isn't just one of me." After the deceased Qin Sheng arrived, he received some information.

He sighed emotionally. "Being able to communicate with versions of myself from other worlds even after death is not bad."

"The rest of us think so too. By the way."

Qin Sheng asked, "I transmigrated into the Shrouding the Heavens World. What about you?"

"The Shrouding the Heavens World? Your luck is amazing." Upon hearing that, the deceased Qin Sheng was instantly envious.

"As for me..."